TOWN OF OSSIPEE
NEW HAMPSHIRE
ANNUAL REPORT
1995
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Superior Court 539-2201
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Police Department
Ossipee 539-2011
Sheriff's Department 539-2284
Schools
Superintendent of Schools 569-1 658
Ossipee Elementary 539-4589
Effingham Elementary 539-6032
Kingswood Junior High 569-3689
Kingswood High 569-2055
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ANNUAL REPORTS
of the Town Officers
OSSIPEE
New Hampshsire
Tax Rates
$21.74
per $1,000.00
Unit of Government
Rate
Unit of Government
Rate
Municipal
4.07
Ctr. Ossipee
1.35
County
.85
West Ossipee
1.24
School
16.82
Ossipee Corner
1.49
For the Fiscal Year Ending
December 31, 1995
Vital Statistics for 1 995
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Town Officers 4
Minutes of 1995 Town Meeting 6
Warrant 17
Budget 25
Auditors' Report 33
Tax Collector's Report 35
Inventory of Valuations 37
Statement of Appropriations 39
Town Clerk's Report 41
Treasurer's Report 42
Selectmen's Report 43
Trust Funds Report 53
Library Report 56
Selectmen's Yearly Review 62
Police Department Report 64
Rescue Squad Report 66
Timber Conservation Report 67
Executive Councilor's Report 69
Tri-County Community Action 71
Historical Society Report 72
Planning Board Report 74
Zoning Board of Adjustment Report 75
Code Officer's Report 76
LRPC Assistance Report 17
Ossipee Conservation Commission Report 79
Old Home Week 80
Recreation Director's Report 81
Ossipee Lake Dam Authority Report 83
Animal Control Report 85
Community Nurse 86
Ossipee Concerned Citizens 87
Welfare Report 88
Ossipee Water and Wastewater Department 89
Fire Warden's Reports 92
Ossipee Corner Fire Department Report 93
Center Ossipee Fire Precinct Budget 97
Vital Statistics 98
Dedicated to
THOMAS L. GALANTE
Thomas Galante is a dedicated man. In 1950 Tom married his childhood
sweetheart; Mary, and they are celebrating their 45th anniversary this year. After a
stint in the Air Force, Tom worked as a school teacher in Medford, Massachusetts,
teaching machine shop and mathematics. He was there for 25 years and retired to
Ossipee in 1978.
He retired from one profession and dedicated himself to the Town of
Ossipee. That year Tom became the Tax Collector, and In 1979 he was elected as
Town Treasurer. The job has become more complex since that time, and Tom has
kept pace. Remember, the school payment was just under $800,000, and the total
budget was $1.5 million when Tom took office. Today the school payment runs
$4.2 million, and the total budget tops $6.6 million. Tom takes it all in stride.
Today, some 18 years and 55 Selectmen later, Tom Is dedicated to taking his job
seriously and to being a good citizen of this town.
The Town of Ossipee is lucky to have good, dedicated citizens like
Tom — people who go the extra mile and truly have the best interests of the Town
at heart. We sincerely thank you, Tom, for the many years of service to the Town
and to the many more ahead.
TOWN OFFICERS
ELECTED OFFICERS
Joseph G. Skehan, Jr.
Patricia Jones
Sandra Putnam-Martin
Barbara R. Adams
Thomas R. Gaydos
Donald W. Meader
Thomas Galante
George Lynch
June Loud
Joan Bishop
Ernest Baker
Phyllis "Nan" Egan
Phyllis J. Hatch
Mary Buswell
Eileen Leavitt
Catherine D, Ziegler
Elizabeth Rouner
Susan Day
Selectmen: 3 year term
Town Clerk/Tax Collector
Town Administrator
Moderator
Treasurer
Trustees of Trust Funds
EXPIRATION DATE
03/96
03/97
03/98
03/98
Cemetery Trustees
Library Trustees
Budget Committee
Belinda Cullen, Chairman
Mark Wright
John Swanson
Wendell S. Thompson
Stanley Brothers
Keith Brown
Bert Pendarvis, Ossipee Corner Light & Power
Joseph Goss, West Ossipee Fire Precinct
Scott Brown, Center Ossipee Fire Precinct
Supervisor of the Checklist: 6 year term
Priscilla Nudd
03/96
03/97
03/97
03/96
03/98
03/96
03/96
03/96
03/96
03/97
03/98
03/96
03/97
03/98
03/97
03/96
03/97
03/98
03/96
03/2002
Laurence Brownell 03/96
Frances Pinkham 03/98
APPOl NTED B Y SELECTMEN
Chief of Police
Richard Morgan
Water & Sewer Department
Roland C. Stockbridge, Supt.
Recreation Department
Peter Waugh, Director
Community Nurse
Visiting Nurse Association of
Wolfeboro and Vicinity, Inc.
Sandra Montgomery
Forest Fire Warden
Dana B. Cullen
Dog Warden
James Elcock
Librarian
Lindalee Lambert
Board of Health
Thomas R. Gaydos, Administrator
Planning Board
Gilbert Adams, Chairman 03/98 James Rines 03/96
E. Milton Dow 03/98 George Lynch 03/96
Boyd Parker 03/97 John Swanson 03/97
Warren Harrington 03/98 Ray Leavitt, Secretary
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Mark. McConkey, Chairman 03/96 Eleanor Prudholme, Secretary
Stanley Brothers
James F. McKinnon Jr.
David L. Babson Jr.
Peter OIkkola, Chairman
Frank Hammond
Maria LaGuardIa
Ray Leavitt, Secretary
03/98 Joseph Deighan
03/96
03/97 Sandra P. Martin
03/96
03/96 Paul WIckwire
03/96
Conservation Commission
03/97 Ralph Buchanan
03/96
03/97 James F. Rines
03/96
John Smith
03/98
L. Randy Lyman
Conservation Agent
John Smith
Codes Enforcement
Maurice O'Donnell
TOWN OF OSSIPEE
Town Meeting - March 14, 1995
To the inhabitants of the Town of Ossipee in the County of Carroll, in the State of
New Hampshire, qualified to vote in Town Affairs:
You are hereby notified to meet at the Town Hall in Center Ossipee, in said Town of
Ossipee on the second Tuesday in March next, being the l4th day of March, 1995 at 10
o'clock in the forenoon (10:00 A.M.) of said day.
To act on the Articles, the polls to remain open until six thirty o-clock in the evening
(6:30 P.M.) of said day.
ARTICLE 1 : To elect all necessary Town Officers for the ensuing year as follows: to choose
one (1) Selectman for a term of three (3) years; one (1) Town Clerk/Tax Collector for a term
of three (3) years; one (1) Trustee of Trust Funds for a term of three (3) years; One (1)
Cemetery Trustee for a term of two (2) years; one (1) Cemetery Trustee for a term of one (1)
year; two (2) Budget Committee Members for a term of three (3) years; one (1) Library
Trustee for a term of three (3) years; two (2) Planning Board Members for a term of three
(3) years; nvo (2) Planning Board Members for a term of two (2) years; two Planning Board
Members for a term of one (1) year; and one (1) Zoning Board Member for a term of three
(3) years.
MINUTES
The polls opened at 10:00 AM.
Moderator Donald Mealier led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Rev. Ray Leavitt gave the invocation.
The Moderator displayed the empty ballot box and reviewed the rules.
Article 1 Vote:
Selectman 3 Yrs Sandra P. Martin
Town Clerk/Tax Collector 3 Yrs Barbara R. Adams
Cemetery Trusteed Yrs Alice A. Baker
Cemetery Trustee 2 Yrs Ann Marie Kuell
Cemetery Trustee 1 Yr Phyllis W. Egan
Library Trustee 3 Yrs Catherine D. Ziegltr
Trustee of Trust Funds 3 Yrs Joan E. Bishop
Budget Committee 3 Yrs Belinda W. Cullen
Budget Committee 3 Yrs Veronica L. Rogers
Planning Board 3 Yrs Gilbert C. Adams Jr.
Planning Board 3 Yrs Ellis Milton Dow
Planning Board 2 Yrs Boyd H. Parker
Planning Board 2 Yrs .John H. Swanson
Planning Board 1 Yr George F. Lynch
Planning Board 1 Yr James F. Rines
Zoning Board 3 Yrs Stanley N. Brothers
ARTICLE 2: Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment Number 1 for the Town
Zoning Ordinance as follows:
(Providing the affected lots meet State Water and Sewer requirements):
To modify the existing Rural lot size from (3) acres, 400 foot frontage, 20% lot
coverage to: (1) acre, 200 foot frontage, 25% coverage.
To modify the existing Roadside Commercial lot from (3) acres, 400 foot frontage,
side setback of 75 feet, rear setback of 50 feet to: (1) acre, 200 foot frontage, side setback of
50 feet, and rear setback of 25 feet.
(Intent of the Anicle: This Amendment will modify lot sizes and setbacks in the Rural
and Roadside Commercial Districts.) (Submitted by Petition) (Approved by the Planning
Board)
Article 2 Passed. YES 464. NO 314
ARTICLE 3: Are you in fevor of the adoption of Amendment Number 2, proposed by the
Planning Board for the Town Zoning Ordinance as follows: (The adoption of this Article is
required by FEMA to be accomplished prior to July 3, 1995 or Ossipee, NH will be
suspended from participation in the NFIP and subject to the prohibitions contained in
Section 202(a) of the Act as Amended.) Amends Article IV, General provisions, 4.10
FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE by adding to the first paragraph the
following:
"Federal Emergency Management Agency Standards part 60 - Criteria for Land
Management and Use and any additional requirements of Section 60.3(d) are hereby
incorporated into this ordinance. Revised Maps and base (100 year) flood elevations are
effective on July 3, 1995."
Article 3 Passed. YES 466, NO 201
ARTICLE 4: Are you in favor of adoption of Amendment Number 3: "To see if the Town
will vote to amend the existing Zoning Ordinance and the Official Zoning Map by changing
Tax Map 24, Lot 15 and a portion of Tax Map 24, Lot 43 from Rural to Commercial. The
area to be rezoned is described as follows:
Beginning at the Ossipee/Wakefield Town Line and at the Easterly sideline of New
Hampshire Route 1 6;
Thence Northerly along the sidline of NH Route 16 until it intersects the
Southeasterly corner of Tax Map 24, Lot 42;
Thence Southeasterly, Easterly, and Northeasterly along Tax Map 24, Lot 42 a
distance of approximately 2937 feet to a lot corner;
Thence Southeasterly through Tax Map 24, Lot 43 a distance of approximately 3650
feet to the Wakefield Town Line:
Thence Southwesterly along the Town Line a distnace of 2975 feet to the place of
beginning."
(Submitted by Petition) (Approved by the Planning Board)
Article 4 Passed YES 423, NO 296
ARTICLE 5. Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment Number 4 proposed by the
Selectmen's Office for the Town Zoning Ordinance as follows: Amends Article XXIV,
Section 24.1 Administration by adding Section 24.1.1 as follows: "Building and Zoning
Permits - No construction of more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) can begin until a
Building and/or Zoning Permit has been issued by the Town of Ossipee, NH. Applications
for these purposes are available at the Town Hall. The application fee will be twenty-five
dollars ($25.00)." (The adoption of this article will assist property owners in avoiding
inadvertent Zoning violations) (Approved by the Planning Board)
Article 5 Passed YES 367, NO 357
ARTICLE 6. To see if the Town is in favor of increasing the Board of Selectmen to five (5)
memebers. (Submitted by Petition)
Article 6 Defeated YES 312, NO 400
ARTICLE 7. Do you approve of having two (2) sessions for the annual Town Meeting in
this Town, the first session for choice of Town Officers elected by an Official Ballot and
other action required to be inserted on said Official Ballot and the second session, on a date
set by the Selectmen, for transaction of other business? (Submitted by Petition)
ArticU 7 Passed. YES 374, NO 333
The Moderator declared the polls closed at 6:30 PM
You are also notified to meet at the Town Hall on the second Tuesday of March next, being
the l4th day of March, at seven o'clock in the evening (7:00 P.M.) to act on the following
articles:
Between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM the voters entered the hall, were verified on the voter check list
and given a packet which included a 1995 Voter Card, list of Moderator Rules, and a packet of
voter tickets for use if we chose a secret ballot during the evening meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by the Moderator.
The Flag was presented by Cub Scout Troop 234.
Rev. William Shafer gave the invocation.
Moderator Donald Meader thanked Leon Taylor, former Moderator; Barbara Adams, Town
Clerk; Martha Eldridge, Selectmen 's Office; and Ernie Hayfordfor their support in preparing for
this meeting.
The moderator read the rules we will abode by for the meeting (see attached list) and explained
the evening's proceeding. He introduced the Selectmen, Joseph Skehan, Pat Jones, Administrator
Tom Gaydos and Town Clerk Barbara Adams. Following this he introduced the Chairman of the
Budget Committee, Mark Wright, and Mark introduced the members of the Budget Committee.
Six Ballot Clerks and the Deputy Clerk were dismissed to the Town Clerk's office to begin
counting the ballots, under the supervision of the Assistant Moderator, Ray Leavitt.
Selectman Joe Skehan welcomed the citizens to the 1995 Annual Meeting He emphasized the
willingness of the selectmen to hear and act on the will of the people. He stated that this is where
the selectmen will look to for the needs of the community. They have a lot of new things coming up
and some hard decisions, but they will keep the wishes of the people foremost.
Dave Babson made a motion that was seconded to not take up new articles after 11 PM. A hand
count passed this motion.
ARTICLE 8. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of forty-eight
thousand dollars ($48,000.00) to purchase a new rescue vehicle, said sum to be in addition
to any federal, state or private funds made available therefor, and to authorize the withdrawal
of all funds from the Rescue Vehicle Capital Reserve Fund created for this purpose,
estimated to be thirty-two thousand dollars ($32,000.00) plus interest to date of withdrawal.
(Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority
Vote Required)
Article 8 Passed as read.
ARTICLE 9. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of two hundred
fifty-six thousand dollars ($256,000.00) to RECONSTRUCT BRIDGE NO. 124/163
TUFTONBORO ROAD AT OUTLET OF GARLAND POND AND NO. 154/195
TUFTONBORO ROAD OVER BEECH RIVER, a.k.a. MINNIE WHITE MEMORLU
BRIDGE, provided the Town receives from the State, project funding approval with 80% of
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the project cost to be reimbursed by the State. (Recommended by the Selectmen)
(Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
ArticU 9 Passed as read.
ARTICLE 10. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to accept bids for the
provision of ambulance services to the town, and to raise and appropriate the sum of sixty
thousand dollars ($60,000.00) for this purpose. (Recommended by the Selectmen)
(Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
ArticU 10 Passed as read.
ARTICLE 1 1 . To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of forty
thousand dollars ($40,000.00) for use with Block Grant money to pave Elm Street in its
entirety. Said sum to be expended only if what is earmarked for the project is insufficient,
and any portion unused is to be returned to the taxpayers. (Submitted by Petition)
(Recommended by the Selectmen) (Not Recommended by the Budget Committee)
(Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion. Joe Skehan asked a petitioner to speak on this
article. Bridget Perry said that this issue has been ongoing for ten years. A 1979 study has been
completed and paid for to substantiate this need and its priority. Jack Fogarty questioned the way
this article was written and felt it needed to be amended or it would read that this money would
be only for this one road. This was the reason the Budget Committee did not support it. Our
Moderator was not quite agreeing with this interpretation but felt we could amend it to make it
clear.
James Rines moved to insert "use portion of the block grant money" after the $40,000. Motion
seconded.
Discussion continued. James Kazolias wanted to be reassured that this money would not be
diverted to other projects. The selectmen responded by saying only emergency conditions could
divert this such as major washouts on other roads..
Glen Mason asked what the Selectmen 's intentions were if we should defeat this article. Again the
Selectmen reassured the people that Elm Street was the #1 priority for this board. Dave Williams
questioned what happened to the priorities of Moultonville Road? What money was diverted?
James Rines withdrew his motion and moved to amend Article 11 to read as follows: To insert
"To be used in addition to that portion of the dedicated Block Grant Money" after the $40,000.
Motion seconded. James McKinnon said he believes we may be hindering the selectmen.
Joe Goss and Kathy Rouse spoke in favor of this article as amended.
Article 11 Passed as Amended.
ARTICLE 12. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of twenty
thousand dollars ($20,000.00) for capital improvements and repairs to the town hall to
render it accessible to physically challenged individuals in compliance with the American
with Disabilities Act. (Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget
Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Selectman Skehan explained we have been setting money aside for this project and it will not
increase the budget. Leon Taylor was most pleased with the article as he had been concerned about
the conditions the handicapped individuals must deal with. Johanna Light asked a few questions
about the money set aside last year and Joe explained. The Administrator confirmed that if
approved the money will be spent as the article states. Rick Cogswell questioned OCC roof repairs
when they were to be paying for their own maintenance. The Selectmen felt this was not
considered regular maintenance. Vote to cease discussion passed.
Article 12 Passed as read.
ARTICLE 13. To see if the Town will vote to establish a Capital Reserve Fund under the
provisions of RSA 35:1 for the purpose of repairing State-owned roadways within the town
under a two for one matching State aid program and to raise and appropriate the sum of
twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) to be placed in this fund and to designate the
Selectmen as agents to expend. (Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the
Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Joe Skehan mentioned he attended monthly meetings last year and he became aware of State Aid
available. It was suggested that if we wanted to see some of our State roads cared for we could put
up $25,000 and the State would put up $50,000. They will study the roads, do the engineering
and help maintain with State aid. First we must pass this article and when we have enough
money, they will begin. Johanna Light asked who will contract the work and it was stated that the
State will do the bidding and award the contracts.
Article 13 Passed as read.
ARTICLE 14. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to enter into a lease
agreement for the purpose of leasing three (3) police cruisers, and to raise and appropriate
the sum of nineteen thousand seven hundred eighty-five dollars ($19,785.00) for that
purpose. (Recommended by the Selectmen) ( Recommended by the Budget Committee)
(Majority Vote Required)
Motion seconded and opened for discussion.
Joe Skehan explained this was a housekeeping article. Because this is a leased vehicle which will be
leased for more than one year we must come back each year to approve. When we come to the
main budget, if this is passed, this amount will be removed. Rick Morgan, Police Chief, assured
the people that this is not for another new cruiser.
Article 14 Passed as read.
ARTICLE 15. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of one million
nine hundred nineteen thousand eight hundred eighty-three dollars ($1,919,883.00) for
general municipal operations? (Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote
Required)
Moderator explained we will read and discuss line by line and vote in its entirety at end. Motion
rruuU, seconded and opened for discussion.
Board of Selectmen $9,200.00
James Kazolias asked how we can vote on this until we find out how many Selectmen we will
have based on today's vote on Article 6. We should have results prior to close of meeting
Tom Galante read a statement regarding the value of our selectmen, their present workload and
their reluctance to vote on an increase for themselves. Mr. Galante requested we amend the
Selectmen's salaries as follows: Increase salaries to $4,000 per year with the exception of the
Chairman and his position to pay $4,200. Amendment carried. Vote passed to amend the
Selectmen's salaries to be increased by $3,000 in total Vote $12,200.00
Town Treasurer Expense 7,299.00
No discussion. Vote $7,299.00
Town Office Expense 176,811.00
Frank Altomare questioned the phone expense. Vote $176, 81 1. 00
Town Clerk/Tax Collector 78,536.00
No discussion. Vote $78,536.00
Election and Registration 7,000.00
No discussion. Vote $7,000.00
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Cemeteries 9,000.00
Johanna Light asked for explanation of budget. Vote $9, 000. 00
Government Buildings 43,661.00
Rick Co^well asked if any of the money in the budget on page 44 is for OCC. No, the only
exception has been roof repair. Rick asked the Selectmen to review the OCC contract to make
sure that there is not any money spent on maintenance. Joe will follow up.
Becky Burton asked if any of this money has been earmarked for the Rescue Squad. Tom said,
"Yes, this also includes the services of our new maintenance man. " Tom acknowledged the
electrical, insulation and other needs for that building. James Rines inquired about the
$15, 000 increase in the budget. Tom Gaydoes explained that we have had to absorb the
increase of maintenance formerly done by the recreation department such as field maintenance,
grounds care, ice rink preparation etc. This work is now done by our maintenance man which
is funded under Government Buildings. Vote $43,661.00
Planning Board 6,135.00
Vote $6,155,000
Conservation Commission 1,700.00
Vote $1,700.00
Legal Expense 28,500.00
Frank Altomare asked how this money was used. Tom Gaydos explained this was for use over
and above the services received from our Municipal Dept. The Selectmen, Planning Board, and
Tax Office have occasional need for legal advice.
Dave Babson questioned why we have the Dam Authority listed under the legal expense. Joe
said it was because we were under a legal alliance with the Town of Effingham. Joe did decide
to remove it from this line in the future. Vote $28,500
Zoning Board of Adjustment 3,237.00
Vote $5,257.00
Police Department 254,411.00
(Original was $254,411.00) Voted to amend to exclude amount of $19,785 which was
approved in Article 14. Vote on amendment passed. Vote $254,626.00
Forest Fire Warden 9,000.00
Vote $9,000.00
Tovfn Maintenance 403,047.00
Vote $405,047.00
Street Lighting 2,300.00
Conrad Primus, member of the Indian Mound Association, asked how to obtain street lights.
The answer was by petitioning the Fire Precinct. The $2,500 we budget now is for the Town
Hall Dave Babson asked if we could approve of some money to fix the broken light. According
to our Selectmen the PSNH feels the "blinking" light is not broken. Maybe Dave Helme can
help us with this "blinking" problem! Vote $2,500.00
General Highway Expense 35,000.00
Vote $55,000.00
Highway Block Grant 97,792.00
Johanna Light asked how much we get from the Government on this. We will get the full
amount, but we must put it in our budget. In the long run it is a wash as it is offset by the
grant. Johanna was confused with the bookkeeping of grants. Vote $97,792.00
Conservation Agent. 2,000.00
Vote $2,000.00
Codes Enforcement Officer 9,000.00
James Kazolias felt that maybe we should vote more money for this position as it appears the
Codes Enforcement Officer does not have time to keep up with his workload. Joe Skehan said
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that this position is a contract position and it is his job to enforce the present ordinances. It is
not his job to go to job sites, only to interpret codes. Joe said if we were to hire him to enforce all
of the codes this position would cost us about $65,000 per year. Vote $9,000.00
Solid Waste Disposal 153,285.00
Vote $153,285.00
Health Department 39,437.00
(Original was $39,437.00) Wayne Aleska asked why the VNA Hospice was excluded. He spoke
on the value of this service and made a motion to amend this article to include an additional
$2,200.00. The Selectmen and the Budget Committee at this point cautioned the people that if
we keep increasing the budget we will be in for an additional tax increase. Randy Lyman, our
State Representative, strongly suggested we support this amendment. Vote to amend passed. Vote
$41,637.00
Hospital and (Rescue) Ambulance 20,625.00
Veronica Rogers asked why we voted on Article 10 if we have this line item. Joe Skehan said
this should read 'Hospital and Rescue " not Hospital and Ambulance. Richard McQuade stated
it appears we have duplication of services. Tom Gaydos explained the difference between them.
Mr. McQuade encouraged us to consolidate the two services. Kemper expressed concern with the
billing system. Rick Morgan explained that much of the money in this line items is for
emergency equipment. Vote $20,625.00
General Assistance 20,000.00
Johanna Light is concerned that much of this money goes to individuals who are very capable of
working. Joe Skehan made mention that on page 78 in our Town Report there is a listing of
how the General Assistance is disbursed. Vote $20,000.00
Animal Control : 7,240.00
Vote $7,240.00
Libraries 61,000.00
Vote $61,000.00
Recreation 82,607.00
Marianne Masters, Recreation Director, asked to address the people. She read a summary of her
history with the Town ofOssipee, her goals, the Town's goals and in some cases their differences.
She expressed her gratitude to those who supported her and her department, as well as her
disappointment with those who only found fault. In conclusion she announced her resignation,
due to health reasons, and hoped that she has left some positive and genuine values for young
people whom she worked with and cared so much for. A spontaneous standing ovation and
applause was obviously a showing of appreciation for Marianne and her accomplishments.
Marianne promoted and held ongoing programs for everyone from 2 years to 82 year olds.
Several people stood and thanked her. Debbie Roberts asked where will the $82,607 be spent in
light of Marianne's resignation. Joe Skehan said that we will have to begin our search and
asked for help with coaching etc. in the meantime. Vote $82,607.00
Patriotic Purposes 900.00
Vote $900.00
Long Term Debt - Principal 76,814.00
James Kazolias asked, "What is this princiaU" Explanation was that this was for the Bonds for
the Library, Town Sewer, Incinerator, Revaluation, and Dump Closure. Vote $76,814.00
Long Term Debt - Interest 56,677.00
Vote $56,677.00
Tax Anticipation Note 30,000.00
Johanna Light again asked why we budget this money. Tom explained how we have to borrow
money in anticipation of taxes. Johanna was still confused and after the Moderator and
Selectmen attempted to explain, the question was called. Vote to cease debate. Vote $30,000.00
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Insurance 62,870.00
Vote $62,870.00
Water Department 61,460.00
Johanna Light inquired about the $14,000 increase this year. Joe said on Page 50 you will see
the amount of $57,557. Johanna asked again why we must show this and Joe said the State
Form MS7 requires it. Vote $61,460. 00
Sewer Department 63,339.00
Vote $63,339.00
Moved to amend Article 15 to read $1,905,298.00. Vote to amend to $1,905,298.00
TOTAL 1,919,883.00
VOTE TO PASS $1,905,298.00 PASSED
ARTICLE 16. To see if the Town will vote to purchase a recycling bailer and to raise and
appropriate the sum often thousand dollars ($10,000.00) for that purpose. (Recommended
by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded, opened for discussion.
Bob Smith said this seems like chicken feed but he doesn 't feel we need this expense. He questioned
the storage area, fire hazard and if proper research had been done to make sure this is a profitable
venture. Joe stated that the people had wanted to go in the direction of recycling, although he
personally does not favor it. We are no longer able to bum cardboard and we have to truck it out.
We have done fairly well with out recycling thus far. Joe predicts a revenue of $5, 000 -$6,000
within two years. Frank Altomare complained we are already spending too much money and felt
this was not a necessity — wanted to put it off for another year. Additional statements and
questions came from the floor and Frank Altomare made a motion to table. It was seconded and a
2/3 vote denied the table effort.
Article 16 Passed as read -
ARTICLE 17. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to enter into a lease
agreement for the purpose of leasing an all wheel drive plow truck for the highway
department, and to raise and appropriate the sum of eleven thousand dollars ($11,000.00)
for the first year's payment for that purpose. (This amount is equal to the unspent balance
from the previous year appropriation.) (Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by
the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Veronica Rogers asked if anyone was aware that this truck was just to plow and sand in Granite.
Tom explained that Granite is a very difficult place to maintain and this truck has the equipment
to do it. It is expected to last ten years if used explicitly for the difficult areas. Mike Hart spoke in
favor. Pat Swanson asked if it would be less expensive to contract the job out. It was felt that the
people contracting would also need special equipment and their quoted price would most likely
reflect the added expense. John Swanson, Budget Committee member, stated it would cost about
$3,000 per year over the next 10 years which he felt was on the high side. Chuck OSullivan,
Highway Dept. employee, felt our present truck is no longer reliable and supports this article for
safety reasons as well as the needed dependability. James Rines called the question.
Article 17 Passed as read
ARTICLE 18. To see if the Town will vote to grant and raise seventy-eight hundred dolalrs
($7,800.00) representing a twenty-five percent (25%) match to a Federal Grant for the
purpose of hiring a new Police Officer. (Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended
by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
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Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Richard McQuade questioned if this article would cover cost for just three years and what happens
then. Chief Morgan said yes, and he hoped we would then be in the position to fund it ourselves.
Morgan spoke of the needs in today's world of 24-hour coverage. James Kazolias spoke in favor of
this. Dave Babson asked if there would be other cost involved. Morgan stated that cost of
education and certification is free.
Article 18 Passed as read
ARTICLE 19. To see if the Town of Ossipec will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of
one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars for support of Ossipee children using the services of the
Bearcamp Valley School and Children's Center (Tamworth Pre-School, Inc.) for pre-school
and before-and-afiter-schooi child care. (Submitted by Petition) (Recommended by the
Selectmen) (Not Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion
Pete Sluski questioned why this was also under health budget. It isn 't; this is day care only. Vote
taken in the affirmative, but a call from the floor from Warren Walker to take a hand count as it
appeared to be a close call. Hand count taken by clerks and total was 77 yes, 52 no.
Article 19 Passed as read
ARTICLE 20. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and raise one thousand dollars
($1,000.00) for the Ossipee Co-op Preschool. (In the past the organization has been awarded
money and are requesting it again due to low enrollment and ever-increasing expenses.)
(Submitted by Petition) (Not Recommended by the Selectmen) (Not Recommended by the
Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Dave Babson asked why Article 19 was recommended by the Selectmen and not this article. Pat
Jones, Selectperson, said that this was a clerical error — that it was recommended by the Selectmen.
Article 20 Passed as read
ARTICLE 21. To see if the town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to sell a triangular
piece of land approximately 1.0 acre in size, by boundary line adjustment, to James F. and
Wanda L. Rines for $1,000. Said land, comprised of approximately 0.5 acres of "dry land"
and 0.5 acres oPwetland" and situated directly behind the Rines' residence, being part of the
1 1.5 acre lot upon which the Town Hall is currently situated and land that is unlikely to be
used by the Town in the foreseeable future. (Submitted by Petition) (Majority Vote
Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
James Rines, the petitioner of this article, spoke on its merits. He felt that our Selectmen were not
opposed to this. This will bring added revenue to the town. Elizabeth Sanders was opposed to
town selling any of their property abutting the Town Hall as we do not know of the future needs.
Article 21 Passed as read
Joe Skehan made a motion to not reconsider any article between Article 8 and Article 21. The
moderator read from the rules of the meeting regarding this motion. Vote to not reconsider taken
and vote was in the affirmative.
ARTICLE 22. To see if the Town will vote to discontinue and relinquish all interests in an
old portion of Route 16, reclassified from State Highway to Town Class V road by letter of
December 16, 1955, identified as between stations 202 + 00- and 205 + 00, effecting lots on
Town Tax Map 27, Lots 3, 4, and 5 along the east side of Route 16? (Majority Vote
Required)
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Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Joe Skehan stated that no records could be found to show where the town discontinued this road.
In light that someone is now trying to purchase it, we should formally declare it discontinued.
Article 22 Passed as read
ARTICLE 23. To see if the Town will vote to accept the two tenths (0.2) Class 6-A portion
of the road thereon: It is noted that the owner of the property therein pays a full and
complete share of property taxes and therefore money for upkeep is already in the Town
Budget. The Town of Ossipee now maintains to within 2/10 (2 tenths) of a mile from the
end of the road (my driveway being at the end of the road). There is ample room to turn
trucks or road equipment in this area. I have lived on Thurley Road for five (5) years and
have requested yearly to be accepted to no avail. (Submitted by Petition) (Majority Vote
Required)
Motion, seconded and opened for discussion.
Considerable discussion led by the petitioner, Sandra Martin. Her plea to extend services a mere
.02 of a mile would not only help her but would ^ve the town trucks a better turnaround area.
Whereas this road is a Class 6 and she is a year round resident, the road being in very good
condition she asked that this article be passed. Rick Cogswell and Dave Babson asked further
questions. Pete Slusky called the question.
Article 23 Passed as read
With the moderator noting the time being 11:00 PM it was put before the people to decide if we
should continue rather than recess to another night as we were nearly finished. Vote to continue
passed.
ARTICLE 24. To see if the Town will vote to reclassify, from Class VI road to Class V road,
the first three tenths (.3 mile) of Marble Road and be maintained and kept open year round.
(This three-tenths of a mile measurement to start at the intersection of Marble Road and
Connor Pond Road.) This three-tenths of a mile stretch of road takes in the home of
Bernard and Margueritte White. Illness has made this request even more urgent, and we
would like to see this become effective as soon as possible. (Submitted by Petition) (Majority
Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Rick Cogswell inquired as to the condition of the road. Tom Gaydos stated that it was in good
condition for a mountain road, and this was confirmed by Ervin White. Margaret Castine felt it
again was a good turnaround area for the truck drivers. Janice Andrea spoke in favor of it.
Chuck O'Sullivan confirmed this road was in good condition.
Article 24 Passed as read
ARTICLE 25. To see if the Town of Ossipee, NH will vote to reclassify that portion of 0.9
miles along Duncan Lake Road (from the intersection of Giles Road) from a class six to a
class five Town maintained road? (Submitted by Petition) (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
Mike Harte said that this road had been plowed in the past. It has been upgraded and is in
superior condition. Rick Cogswell brought up the fact that we may be in error as we cannot
convert a Class 6 road to a Class 5 road. If this is correct can we amend this to say "Classify as a
Winter Plow Road Only"? The moderator objected to changing a petition from its original intent.
Tom Gaydos reminded us that regardless of the status of the road the will of the people should
prevail. Ken Leavitt said that from his planning board experience, we would be setting a precedent
by doing this. We should be certain that this meets our present zoning as well. The procedure of
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this article seems to remain in question. Ken Leavitt made a motion to table this article. Hand
count was taken; 2/3 vote is needed. Vote of 64 Yes and 49 No was not enough t3 table this
article. Robert Andrea stated that this road was subdivided in 1975 and questioned if it was
classified Class 5 at that time. No, the town does not consider this an accepted road. The
petitioner was disturbed that he was not told at the time he prepared the petition. With the
Moderator still questioning the legality of this article, it was decided to accept the motion with the
understanding that the Selectmen will work with the Town Attorney to clarify the status. Vote to
cease debate passed. Had vote on this article: 59 in favor, 50 against.
Article 25 Passed as read
ARTICLE 26. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to accept,
on behalf of the Town, gifts, legacies, and devises made to the Town in Trust for any public
purpose, as permitted by RSA 31:19. (Majority Vote Required)
Motion made, seconded and opened for discussion.
A rticle 26 Passed as read
ARTICLE 27. Shall the Town accept the provisions of RSA 202-A:4-c providing that any
town at an annual meeting may adopt an Article authorizing indefinitely, until specific
rescission of such authority, the Public Library Trustees to apply for, accept and expend,
without further action by the Town Meeting, unanticipated money from a State, Federal or
other governmental unit or private source which becomes available during the fiscal year?
(Majority Vote Required)
Motion, seconded and opened for discussion.
Article 27 Passed as read '
ARTICLE 28. to hear reports of Agents, Auditors, Committees, or Officers thereto.
No reports
ARTICLE 29: To conduct any other business that may legally come before said meeting.
James Rines thanked the people for supporting the sale of the land.
Rick Cogswell thanked the voters who went to the School Meeting. He was pleased to see the
change in the by-laws and the support of changing the school formula was very close and hopes it
may pass next year.
James Kazolias spoke once again about his view of the irregularities in the assessing process. He
noted a few examples and asked if it could be looked into. The Moderator suggested he take this up
with the Selectmen directly rather than at town meeting
Elizabeth Sanders would like next year's Town Report to be in the same line order as the Budget
in the Warrant.
Jim Patterson made a motion to not reconsider Article 22-27. Voted in the affirmative.
The Ballot Clerks arrived at 11:55 PM with the final tally of the Articles 2-7 The moderator
read the results.
Meeting adjourned at 12:00 AM.
Respectfiilly submitted:
Barbara R Admas, Town Clerk
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STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
COUNTY OF CARROLL, SS. TOWN OF OSSIPEE
TOWN WARRANT
To the inhabitants of the Town of Ossipee in the County of Carroll, in the State
of New Hampshire, qualified to vote in Town affairs:
You are hereby notified to meet at the Town Hall in Center Ossipee, in
said Town of Ossipee on the second Tuesday in March next, being the 12th day of
March, 1 996 at ten o'clock in the forenoon (1 0:00 a.m.) of said day.
To act on the Articles, the polls to remain open until seven o'clock in the
evening (7:00 p.m.) of said day.
ARTICLE 1 : To elect all necessary Town Officers for the ensuing year as follows: to
choose one (1) Selectman for a term of three (3) years; one (1) Moderator for a
term of two (2) years; one (1 ) Supervisor of the Checklist for a term of six (6) years;
one (1 ) Cemetery Trustee for a term of three (3) years; one (1 ) Cemetery Trustee for
a term of two (2) years; one (1 ) Cemetery Trustee for a term of one (1 ) year; one (1 )
Trustee of Trust Funds for a term of three (3) years; two (2) Budget Committee
Members for a term of three (3) years; two (2) Library Trustees for a term of three
(3) years; two (2) Planning Board Members for a term of three (3) years; and two (2)
Zoning Board of Adjustment Members for a term of three (3) years.
ARTICLE 2: Are you in favor of Amendment #96-1 for the Town Zoning Ordinance
4.9 Travel Trailers and Campers as follows: To modify to allow occasional use of
recreational vehicles on parcels of land, if parcels are used for not more than
fourteen (14) days in any calendar year. The land owner must comply with the
remainder of RSA 21 6-1: 1 3. (Intent of the Article: At present you may not camp on
your own property. This amendment modifies Town Zoning Ordinance 4.9 and
adopts state RSA 216-1: 13 which permits camping on your own property)
( Submitted by Petition) ( Not Approved by the Planning Board)
YES ( ) NO ( )
ARTICLE 3: Are you In favor of the adoption of Amendment #96-2 to the Ossipee
Zoning Ordinance to rezone from "Village" to "Commercial" an area of land
located in the area of town known as Ossipee Village and more particularly
described as follows: Beginning at a point at the intersection of the easterly right of
way line on NH Route 28 and Frenchman Brook, so called; thence in a general
easterly direction along said Frenchman Brook to a point 500 feet from said
easterly right of way line of NH Route 28; thence in a general southerly direction,
running parallel to and 500 feet from the easterly right of way line of NH Route 28
and Old Route 28, so called, to the southerly side of the Boston and Maine Rail
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Road right of way; thence in a general westerly direction along the southerly right
of way; thence in a general westerly direction along the southerly right of way line
of said Rail Road, crossing Route 28, continuing to the westerly right of way line of
Old Route 28; thence in a general southerly direction, 342 feet more or less, along
the westerly right of way line of Old Route 28 to the southerly property line of Lot
42 shown on Ossipee Tax Map 57, said lot now or formerly owned and/or leased
by Ossipee Oil Co., Inc.; thence in a general westerly direction along said property
line to the easterly right of way line of Route 28; thence in a general northerly
direction along the easterly right of way line of NH Route 28 to the point of
beginning, (Submitted by Petition) (Approved by the Planning Board)
YES ( ) NO ( )
ARTICLE 4: Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment #96-3 as proposed by
the Planning Board for the Ossipee Zoning Ordinance as follows: To avoid setback
problems in locating signs Article XXXIII Definitions - SIGN which presently reads:
SIGN:- A structure or device designed to inform or attract attention.
Must be revised to read:
SIGN: - A device designed to inform or attract attention.
YES ( ) NO ( )
ARTICLE 5: Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment #96-4 as proposed by
the Planning Board for the Ossipee Zoning Ordinance as follows:
To eliminate contradicting language between Article 4.7 Parking and Storage of
Unlicensed Vehicles and Article XXXIII Definition - Junkyards:
Article 4.7 which currently reads
4.7 PARKING AND STORAGE OF UNLICENSED VEHICLES
In any district, no more than two (2) motor vehicles which require license
plates, but which are without current license plates, shall be parked or stored
except in authorized automobile sales areas, enclosed buildings, or approved
junkyards. No more than two (2) specialty vehicles which do not require
license plates, such as home made or factory constructed competition
machines and shall be parked or stored out of sight from adjacent properties
and may be subject to RSA 236: 111. This does not pertain to farm vehicles or
other vehicles which are in constant use and do not require a license plate for
such use.
Must be revised to read
4.7 PARKING AND STORAGE OF UNLICENSED VEHICLES
In any district, not more than one (1) motor vehicle which requires license
plates, but which is without current license plates, shall be parked or stored
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except in authorized automobile sales areas, enclosed buildings or approved
junkyards. No more than two (2) specialty vehicles which do not require
license plates, such as home made or factory constructed competition
machines and shall be parked or stored out of sight from adjacent properties
and may be subject to RSA 236: 111. This does not pertain to farm vehicles or
other vehicles which are in constant use and do not require a license plate for
such use.
YES ( ) NO ( )
ARTICLE 6: Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment #96-5 as proposed by
the Planning Board for the Ossipee Zoning Ordinance as follows:
To add to section 4.6, 4.6.9 Alternative Parking Standards:
a. Parking Requirements for Shopping Centers: Summary Recommendations and
Research Study Report. Urban Land Institute. Washington. 1982.
b. Shared Parking. Urban Land Institute. Washington. 1990.
c. Parking Generation. Institute of Transportation Engineers. Washington. 1987.
YES ( ) NO ( )
ARTICLE 7: Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment #96-6 as proposed by
the Planning Board for the Ossipee Zoning Ordinance as follows:
Regarding section 34. 2. h. Personal Service Shop: To change Residential from "N"
to "SE" and to change Rural from "N" to "SE".
YES { ) NO ( )
ARTICLE 8: Are you in favor of the adoption of Amendment #96-7 as proposed by
the Planning Board for the Ossipee Zoning Ordinance as follows:
To add to section 34.2, letter "o": fuel, oil, and propane dispensing and storage:
Village SE, Residential N, Roadside Commercial P, Commercial P, Rural SE, and to
add to section 35.2, letter "o": fuel, oil, and propane dispensing and storage -
Virgin petroleum products, propane, LP gas, or similar products, which shall
comply with Article 5.8 of the zoning ordinance and all applicable State and
Federal laws and rules.
YES ( ) NO ( )
You are also notified to meet at the Town Hall on Wednesday, March 1 3, 1 996, at
six thirty o'clock in the evening (6:30 p.m.) to act on the following articles:
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ARTICLE 9: To see if the meeting will approve of the cost items contained in a
collective bargaining agreement between the Town and AFSCME Local 534
covering the period between April ^, 1996 and March 30, 1999; those cost items
totaling twenty seven thousand five hundred five dollars ($27,505.00) in the first
contract year; twenty one thousand one hundred thirty seven dollars ($21,137.00)
in the second contract year; and sixteen thousand nine dollars ($16,009.00) in the
third contract year; and to make appropriation for the cost items in said first year.
(Recommended by Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee)(Majority
Vote Required)
ARTICLE 10: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of forty
thousand dollars ($40,000.00) for use with Block Grant money to repair a portion
of Moultonville Road. Said sum to be expended only if what is earmarked for the
project is insufficient, and any portion unused Is to be returned to the taxpayers.
(Recommended by the Selectmen)(Recommended by the Budget Committee)
(Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 1 1 : To see if the town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of ten
thousand dollars ($10,000.00) for capital improvements and repairs to the town
hall to render it accessible to physically challenged individuals in compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act. (Recommended by the Selectmen)
(Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 12: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of
twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) to be added to the Capital Reserve Fund
established pursuant to Article 13 of the 1995 Town Meeting for the purpose of
repairing State-owned roadways within the town under a two for one matching
State aid program and to designate the Selectmen as agents to expend.
(Recommended by Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee)
(Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 1 3: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of forty
thousand dollars ($40,000.00) for the purpose of paying down a note obligation of
the Ossipee Housing Trust which is guaranteed by the Town of Ossipee.
(Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee)
(Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 14: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to enter into
a four year lease purchase agreement for the purpose of leasing a four wheel drive
for use by the Police Department and to raise and appropriate the sum of seven
thousand dollars ($7,000.00) for the first year's payment for that purpose.
(Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee)
(Majority Vote Required)
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ARTICLE 1 5: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to enter Into
a five year lease purchase agreement for the purpose of leasing a highway plow
truck complete with plow, wing, dump body, and sander and to raise and
appropriate the sum of eight thousand dollars ($8,000.00) for the first year's
payment for that purpose. (Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by
the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 16: To see If the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to enter into
a five year lease purchase agreement for the purpose of leasing a one ton plow
truck complete with plow, wing, dump body, and sander and to raise and
appropriate the sum of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) for the first year's
payment for that purpose. (Recommended by the Selectmen)(Recommended by
the Budget Committee)(Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 1 7: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of two
million one hundred forty six thousand two hundred eighty-seven dollars
($2,146,287.00) for general municipal operations. (Recommended by the
Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
Board of Selectmen $"5 2,200.00
Town Treasurer Expense 8,000.00
Town Office Expense 181,259.00
Town Clerk/Tax Collector 80,107.00
Trustees of Trust Funds 2,000.00
Election and Registration 10,000.00
Cemeteries 9,000.00
Government Buildings 53,150.00
Planning Board 10,330.00
Conservation Commission 1 ,700.00
Ossipee Lake Dam Authority 12,062.00
Legal Expense 25,000.00
Zoning Board of Adjustment 4,100.00
Police Department 266,162.00
Cops Grant 5,846.00
Forest Fire Warden 10,873.00
Town Maintenance 414,568.00
Street Lighting 2,600.00
General Highway Expense 35,000.00
Highway Block Grant 97,035.00
Conservation Agent 2,000.00
Solid Waste Disposal 198,193.00
Health Department 40,236.00
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Ambulance 61,000.00
Rescue Squad 18,950.00
Codes Enforcement Officer 12,000.00
Economic Development 200.00
General Assistance 15,000.00
Animal Control 7,240.00
Library 67,123.00
Recreation Department 78,809.00
Patriotic Purposes 500.00
Long Term Debt - Principal 87,035.00
Long Term Debt - Interest 57,1 79.00
Tax Anticipation Note 30,000.00
Insurance 68,689.00
Water Department 85,000.00
Sewer Department 72,141.00
TOTAL $2,146,287.00
ARTICLE 1 8: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of four
thousand dollars ($4,000.00) to purchase a cardiac defibrillator, said sum to be in
addition to any federal, state, private funds, or expendable trusts made available
therefore, and to authorize the withdrawal of all funds from the Cardiac
Defibrillator Capital Reserve Fund created for this purpose, estimated to be two
thousand three hundred thirty six dollars ($2,336.00) plus interest to date of
withdrawal and to combine these funds for the purchase of a cardiac defibrillator.
(Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget Committee)
(Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 19: To see if the Town will raise and appropriate the sum of two
thousand dollars ($2,000.00) for the purchase of a computer for the Town
Administrator. (Recommended by the Selectmen) (Recommended by the Budget
Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 20: To see if the Town of Ossipee will vote to raise and appropriate the
sum of one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for support of Ossipee children using the
services of the Bearcamp Valley School and Children's Center, (Tamworth Pre-
school, Inc.) for pre-school and before and after school child care. (Submitted by
Petition) (Not Recommended by Selectmen) (Not Recommended by Budget
Committee) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 21 : To see if the Town will vote to sell a .1 1 5 acre parcel of land located
on Dore Street and identified on map 49 as lot 43 to Wayne Jenness, an abutter,
for an amount to be negotiated by the Selectmen. (Recommended by the
Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required)
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ARTICLE 22: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Conservation
Commission to manage all town-owned conservation and forested lands and to
see if the Town will vote to authorize that any revenue generated from the
management of these properties go into the established Conservation Fund.
(Recommended by the Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 23: To see if the Town will vote to accept and classify Old Broad Bay
Road as a class V town road, said road to be approximately two hundred yards
(200) in length. (Submitted by Petition) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 24: To see if the Town of Ossipee will vote to accept the five tenths (0.5)
mile of Moody Pond Road, to keep it open and maintained year round. It is noted
that the owners of the properties therein pay a full and complete share of property
taxes and therefore money for upkeep is already in the Town Budget. This stretch
of road takes in two homes of legally handicapped individuals. Derec Button is in
a coma living and being cared for at his family's home and James P. McCann,
owner of the next house down, is blind. (Submitted by Petition) (Recommended by
the Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 25: To see if the Town will vote to accept the four Class VI roads within
Blueberry Estates as Class V Town roads and accept responsibility for maintenance
and plowing. (Submitted by Petition) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 26: To see if the Town will vote to discontinue and relinquish all interests
in the .98 miles known as Brownell Road which is currently listed as a Class VI
town road. (Recommended by the Selectmen) (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 27: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to
accept, on behalf of the Town, gifts, legacies, and devises made to the Town in
Trust for any public purpose, as permitted by RSA 31 : 19. (Majority Vote Required)
ARTICLE 28: To hear reports of Agents, Auditors, Committees, or Officers thereto.
ARTICLE 29: To conduct any other business that may legally come before said
meeting.
Given under our hands and seal this 20th day of February, 1996.
Board of Selectmen, Town of Ossipee
Joseph G. Skehan, Jr. Patricia H. Jones, Sandra P. Martin
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THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE CARROLL, SS Personally appeared the within
named Joseph G. Skehan, Jr., Patricia H. Jones, and Sandra P. Martin, known to
me to be the Selectmen of the Town of Ossipee, and made oath that the foregoing
statements by the subscribed, are true to the best of their knowledge and belief.
Before me,
Martha B. Eldridge
Justice of the Peace
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YEAR
REVENUE
REVENUE
TOTAL
1992
262.364
5,726,653
5,989,017
1993
288,309
5,881,915
6,170,224
1994
316,937
6,515,870
6,832,807
•1995
490,289
7,189,671
7,679.960
FOR 1 995 $ 1 ,462.848 HAS BEEN DEDUCTED AND ADDED TO 1 994 BECAUSE TWO
WEEKS OF 1994'S TAX MONEY WAS COLLECTED IN 1995.
ACTUAL FIGURES FOR 1995 ARE $8,652,519 AND 1994 ARE $5.053022.
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TAX UEVENVE
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DEPARTMENT 1994 1995
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
6.242
5,995
CONSERVATION
1,214
1,139
CONSERVATION AGENT
1,546
1,736
PATRIOTIC EXPENSES
1,490
711
ZONING APPEALS
3,956
4,742
DAM AUTH/REVALUATION
4,815
11,050
ANIMAL CONTROL
5,628
4,294
LEGAL
6,242
27,518
ELECTION REGISTRATIONS
6,530
3,911
TREASURER
6,579
6,694
CEMETARIES
7,454
8,167
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
7,700
11,366
CODE ENFORCEMENT
8,312
10,200
RESCUE SQUAD
10,522
19,988
FIRE WARDEN
13,319
10,052
WELFARE
18,600
10,608
TOWN HALL REPAIRS
28,420
46,005
HEALTH DONATIONS
37,900
40,637
WATER DEPARTMENT
46,761
66,190
PROPERTY INSURANCE
53,512
64,496
LIBRARY
58,923
60,652
TOWN CLERK/TAX COLLECTOR
75,621
77,007
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
89,491
62,592
SEWER DEPARTMENT
62,248
62,101
INCINERATOR
162,306
204,089
SELECTMAN'S OFFICE & ASSESSING
170,245
183,970
POLICE DEPARTMENT
230,077
266,607
PRECINT TAXES
292,486
336,787
HIGHWAY
489,626
566,629
1,907,767 2,175,935
32
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
ON FINANCIAL PRESENTATION, 1994
To the Members of the Board of Selectmen, Town of Ossipee, Osslpee, New
Hampshire:
We have audited the accompanying general-purpose financial statements of
the Town of Ossipee as of and for the year ended December 31, 1994, as listed in
the table of contents. These general-purpose financial statements are the
responsibility of the Town's management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these general-purpose financial statements based on our audit.
We conducted our audit In accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the general-purpose financial statements are
free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis,
evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the general-purpose financial
statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall
general-purpose financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit
provides a reasonable basis for our opinion
As described in Note 1 B, the general-purpose financial statements referred to
above do not include the General Fixed Assets Account Group, which should be
included to conform with generally accepted accounting principles. The amount
that should be recorded in the General Fixed Assets Account Group is not known.
In our opinion, except for the effect on the financial statements of the
omission described in the preceding paragraph, the general-purpose financial
statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial
position of the Town of Ossipee as of December 31, 1994, and the results of its
operations and cash flows of its nonexpendable trust funds for the year then ended
in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
Our audit was made for the purpose of forming an opinion on the general-
puipose financial statements taken as a whole. The combining and individual fund
financial statements and schedules listed in the table of contents are presented for
purposes of additional analysis and are not a required part of the general-purpose
financial statements of the Town of Ossipee. Such information has been subjected
to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the general-purpose financial
statement and, in our opinion, is fairly presented in all material respects in relation
to the general-purpose financial statements taken as a whole.
Plodzik & Sanderson Professional Association
February 1 , 1 995
33
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
ON FINANCIAL PRESENTATION, 1995
To the Members of the Board of Selectmen, Town of Ossipee, Osslpee, New
Hampshire:
We have audited the accompanying general-purpose financial statements of
the Town of Ossipee as of and for the year ended December 31, 1995. These
general-purpose financial statements are the responsibility of the Town's
management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these general-purpose
financial statements based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the general-purpose financial statements are
free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis,
evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the general-purpose financial
statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall
general-purpose financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit
provides a reasonable basis for our opinion
The general-purpose financial statements referred to above do not include the
General Fixed Assets Account Group, which should be included in order to
conform with generally accepted accounting principles. As is the case with most
municipal entities in the State of New Hampshire, the Town of Ossipee has not
maintained historical cost records of its fixed assets. The amount that should be
recorded in the General Fixed Assets Account Group is not known.
In our opinion, except for the effect on the financial statements of the
omission described in the preceding paragraph, the general-purpose financial
statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial
position of the Town of Ossipee as of December 31, 1995, and the results of its
operations and cash flows of its nonexpendable trust funds for the year then ended
in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
Our audit was made for the purpose of forming an opinion on the general-
purpose financial statements taken as a whole. The combining and individual fund
financial statements listed in the table of contents are presented for purposes of
additional analysis and are not a required part of the general-purpose financial
statements of the Town of Ossipee. Such information has been subjected to the
auditing procedures applied in the audit of the general-purpose financial statement
and, in our opinion, is fairly presented in all material respects in relation to the
general-purpose financial statements taken as a whole.
Plodzik & Sanderson Professional Association
January 31, 1996
34
TAX COLLECTOR'S FY1995 DEBIT/CREDIT SUMMARY
As of December 31, 1995
$ LEW '95 $ LEVY '94 $ PRIOR
TAX ACCOUNT DEBITS
UNCOLLECTED 12/31/94
Property
00.00
2,554,509.35
00.00
Resident
00.00
00.00
2,060.00
Land Use Change
00.00
111,034.54
00.00
Yield
00.00
18,926.83
00.00
COMMII lED
Property
5,701,347.00
00.00
00.00
Resident
00.00
00.00
00.00
Land Use Change
3,750.00
00.00
00.00
Yield
65,390.98
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00.00
SUPPLEMENTAL
Property
00.00
00.00
00.00
Resident
00.00
00.00
00.00
OVERPAYMENTS
75.39
239.30
3.79
INTEREST/PENALTIES
Property
6,620.95
61,869.31
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Resident
00.00
00.00
00.00
Land Use Change
10.00
00.00
00.00
Yield
78.80
22,291.78
00.00
5,777,273.12
2,768,871.11
2,063.79
TOTAL: $8,547,444.13
TAX ACCOUNT CREDITS
REMITTED
Property 4,726,305.59 2,537,851.78 00.00
Resident 00.00 00.00 00.00
Land Use Change 1,750.00 00.00 00.00
Yield 32,375.95 127,144.57 00.00
Interest/Penalties 6,709.75 84,161.09 00.00
DISCOUNTS ALLOWED 00.00 00.00 00.00
ABATEMENTS
Property 5,026.16 16,657.57 00.00
Resident 00.00 00.00 00.00
Land Use Change 00.00 00.00 00.00
Yield 3,202.58 2,816.80 00.00
35
$ LEVY '95
$ LEVY '94
$ PRIOR
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Property
2,746.00
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00.00
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00.00
00.00
00.00
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00.00
00.00
00.00
Yield
00.00
00.00
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OVERPAYMENTS
75.39
239.30
3.79
UNCOLLECTED
Property
967,269.25
00.00
00.00
Resident
00.00
00.00
2,060.00
Land Use Change
2,000.00
00.00
00.00
Yield
29,812.45
00.00
00.00
5,777,273.12
2,768,871.11
2,063.79
TOTAL: $8,547,444.13
LIEN ACCOUNTS DEBITS
UNREDEEMED 12/31/94
00.00
00.00
548,911.51
EXECUTED *
00.00
599,768.75
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SUPPLEMENTAL
Liens
00.00
1,466.93
00.00
INTEREST/COSTS COLLECTED 00.00
10,540.61
111,109.54
00.00
TOTAL: $1,270,619.23
LIEN ACCOUNTS CREDITS
PAYMENTS REMITTED 00.00
INTERESTS/COSTS REMITTED 00.00
ABATED 00.00
DEEDS ISSUED ** 00.00
611,776.29
UNREDEEMED
00.00
157,953.75
10,540.61
7,324.14
3,744.23
432,213.56
660,021.05
354,867.40
111,109.54
1,641.69
8,805.50
183,596.92
00.00
611,776.29
660,021.05
TOTAL: $1,270,619.23
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Includes interest, penalties, and costs to date of sale.
Omits interest, penalties, and costs subsequent to date of sale.
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REVENUES RECEIVED IN LIEU OF TAXES
None
TAX CREDITS
Limits Number
Est Tax
Credits
Disabled Veterans
$700/$ 1400
10
$14,000
Other War Service Credits
$50/$ 100
292
29,350
Total Number & Amount
302
$43,350
ELECIRIQ GAS, & PIPELINE COMPANY
Boston & Maine
$164,800
New England Telephone
311,600
New Hampshire Electric Cooperative
2,233,000
Public Service Co. of NH
3,710,500
Total
$6,419,900
ELDERLY EXEMPTION COUNT
Number of Individuals
48 at $10,000
$480,000
12 at $15,000
180,000
35 at $20,000
700,000
Total
1
CURRENT USE REPORT
$1,360,000
Farrrj Land
473.03
Forest Land
17,839.23
Unproductive Land
715.98
Wet Land
1,120.30
Total Number of Acres Exempted under Current Use
20,148.54
38
STATEMENT OF APPROPRIATION
Voted by the Town of Ossipee
PURPOSE OF APPROPRIATION
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
Executive $19,499
Election, Registration, & Vital Statistics 7,000
Financial Administration 255,347
Legal Expense 28,500
Planning and Zoning 9,372
General Government Building 43,661
Cemeteries 9,000
Insurance 62,870
PUBLIC SAFETY
Police 262,211
Ambulance 60,000
Fire 9,000
BIdg. Inspection 9,000
HIGHWAYS AND STREETS
Highv^ays and Streets 535,839
Street Lighting 2,300
SANITATION
Solid Waste Disposal 1 53,285
HEALTH
Pest Control 7,240
Health Agencies and Hospitals 64,262
WELFARE
Direct Assistance 20,000
CULTURE AND RECREATION
Parks and Recreation „ 82,607
Library 61,000
Patriotic Purposes 900
CONSERVATION
Other Conservation 3,700
DEBT SERVICE
Principal - Long Term Bonds & Notes 76,814
Interest - Long Term Bonds & Notes 56,677
Interest on TAN 30,000
CAPITAL OUTLAY
Machinery, Vehicles, & Equipment 69,000
Buildings 20,000
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Improvements Other Than Buildings 296,000
OPERATING TRANSFERS OUT
Sewer 63,339
Water 61,460
To Capital Reserve Fund 25,000
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS $2,404,883
SOURCE OF REVENUE
TAXES
Yield Taxes 61,000
Interest & Penalties on Delinquent Taxes 185,000
LICENSES, PERMITS, AND FEES
Motor Vehicle Permit Fees 239,1 82
Other Licenses, Permits & Fees 23,000
FROM STATE
Shared Revenue 97,792
Highway Block Grant 45,908
FROM OTHER GOVERNMENT
NH Railroad 980
CHARAGES FOR SERVICES
Income from Departments 105,000
MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES
Sale of Municipal Property 22,850
Interest on Investments 14,000
Other 5,214
INTERFUND OPERATING TRANSFERS IN
Sewer 63,339
Water 61,460
OTHER FINANCING SOURCES
General Fund Balance (For Municipal Use) (4477,032)
TOTAL REVENUES AND CREDITS $924,725
40
1995 TOWN CLERK RECEIPTS
Articles of Agreements
5
Auto Registration
5,204
Auto Decals Sold
2,224
Auto Titles
989
Bad Check Charges
5
Boat Taxes Collected
83
Certified Copies
187
Copies, photo
Dog Penalties Charged
63
Dog Registrations
521
Fax Charges
22
Filing Fees, Election
6
Pole License, Telephone Co.
2
Postage Receipts
Recount Election Receipt
1
Research Charge
1
Supplies Sold
UCC Filings
215
Voter Cards
8
Water/Sewer Collections
1,403
Wedding Applications
35
Wetland Applications
9
$ 25.00
313,110.00
4,448.00
1,979.00
65.53
17,176.07
1,402.00
96.25
298.00
3,280.10
22.50
6.00
10.00
29.92
10.00
52.00
3.89
3,084.10
32.00
143,489.94
1,575.00
94.25
TOTAL 10,983 $490,289.55
Notes from the Town Clerk's Office . . .
We are happy to announce that our first restoration project has been
completed. The marriage, birth, and death records from 1842-1940 have been
professionally preserved in hard-bound books. Now we can work with the original
documents without risk of damage.
Our next project will be binding the Town Reports in ten-year increments.
Once bound they will be easier to use and less apt to become lost. We assume
that as Town Clerks have changed through the years and worked In various
locations, this may be why we are lacking some Town Reports. Our ultimate goal
will be to complete three sets from 1876 to the present. The volumes will cost
$100 each to bind.
We have a list of the missing books. We hope that there are some generous
townspeople who may be willing to donate or loan these town reports to us so that
we may duplicate them. We will be budgeting for two volumes each year, but
would appreciate any donations. Anyone wishing to donate a volume will have a
dedication page of their choice.
41
TREASURER'S REPORT
Reconciliation of Cash Books and Bank Balances
Year Ending December 31, 1995
GENERAL CHECKING ACCOUNT
Balance on Hand January 1 , 1 995 $37,022.07
Receipts During Year 1 995 12.381.431.56
12,418,453.63
Less Disbursements 1 995 12.247.093.16
Balance in Account December 31, 1995 171,360.47
MONEY MARKET ACCOUNT
Balance December 31 , 1 995 800,608.64
SEWER ESCROW ACCOUNT
Balance December 31,1995 7.718.81
CASH BALANCE DECEMBER 31 , 1 995 $979,687.92
PROOF OF BALANCES
BALANCES OF ACCOUNTS, FIRST NATIONAL BANK
Balance on Hand, General Checking Account 543,626.49
Add Deposits in Transit 92,134.25
635,760.74
Less Outstanding Checks 464.400.27
Balance Checking Account December 31, 1995 171,360.47
Balance Money Market Account 797,71 5.31
Add Deposits in Transit 2.893.33
Balance in Money Market Account 800,608.64
Balance in Sewer Escrow Account 7.718.81
RECONCILED BALANCE DECEMBER 31, 1995 $979,687.92
Respectfully submitted,
Thomas L. Galante, Treasurer
Susan Simpson, Deputy Treasurer
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SELECTMEN'S REPORT
Conservation Agent
Salary
TOWN OFFICERS' SALARIES
Conservation Agent
Selectmen
Tax Collector/Town Clerk
Salaries
Health Insurance
PICA
Medicare
Retirement
Equipment Maintenance
Unemployment
Worker's Compensation
Telephone
Election Supplies
Supplies
Postage
Mileage
Book Binding
Recording
School & Seminar Expense
TOTAL
Ballot Clerks
Supervisors
PICA
Medicare
Unemployment
Worker's Compensation
Advertising
Supplies
TOTAL
Salary
Deputy Salary
PICA
Medicare
Unemployment
Election & Registration
Treasurer
$1735.53
$11,366.04
$52,186.24
4,347.96
3,235.55
756.70
907.86
1,743.75
141.70
992.39
1,140.18
450.00
2,023.60
3,391.75
219.40
190.00
4,618.00
662.24
$77,007.32
$613.09
2,455.00
190.23
44.48
14.16
107.86
138.50
347.98
$3,911.30
$5,499.96
328.00
361.32
84.50
14.16
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Worker's Compensation
Mileage
TOTAL
Salaries
Town Administrator
PI Wages
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
PICA
Medicare
Retirement
Unemployment
Worker's Compensation
Longevity
Audit
Assessor
Telephone
Equipment Contracts
Professional Services
Town Reports
Computer Maintenance
' Advertising and Notices
Tax Maps
NHMA Dues
Office Supplies
Postage
Mileage Expense
Recording
School & Seminar Expense
New Equipment
TOTAL
Legal Expenses - General
Dam Authority
TOTAL
Secretary
PICA
Medicare
Unemployment
Worker's Compensation
Selectmen's Office
Legal Expenses
Planning Board
118.10
288.00
$6,694.04
$47,173.91
37,101.59
8,280.51
10,887.54
192.50
6,032.96
1,575.75
2,602.99
212.54
1,520.92
250.00
7,344.00
18,485.85
4,165.41
1,854.28
1,976.25
3,520.00
4,172.50
4,458.14
2,135.63
1,306.71
11,075.89
4,044.40
1,708.57
746.00
1,581.41
436.08
$183,970.17
$27,518.13
11,050.00
$38,568.13
$1,382.73
85.73
20.06
4.95
35.92
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Advertising 73.60
Office Supplies 579.37
Postage 254.70
Recording 82.00
Workshops 45.00
Lakes Region Planning 3,431.00
TOTAL $5,995.06
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Secretary $1,368.50
PICA 84.84
Medicare 19.85
Unemployment 2.49
Worker's Compensation 15.36
Advertising 2,348.66
Supplies/Publications 303.37
Postage 356.26
Education 243.00
TOTAL $4,742.33
Government Buildings
PT Wages $9,574.69
PICA 777.91
Medicare 138.35
Unemployment 35.42
Worker's Compensation 256.97
Electric 7,934.84
T-Hall Fuel 2,437.80
Garage Fuel 390.05
Other Building Fuel 7,351 .89
Water Rent 1,096.73
Sewer Rent 956.25
Chemical Toilets 2,380.00
Vehicle Maintenance 574.88
Maintenance 7,358.10
G Maintenance 2,299.69
Supplies 2,186.21
Furniture 251.70
TOTAL $46,005.48
Cemetery
PT Wages $7,065.50
PICA 438.07
Medicare 102.45
Unemployment 14.16
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Worker's Compensation
128.52
Water Rent
202.00
Headstone Maintenance
216.02
TOTAL
$8,166.72
Insurance
General
$47,103.26
Cobra-BC
17,391.92
TOTAL
$64,495.18
Police Department
Chief's Salary
$31,665.82
Secretary
19,840.00
Sergeants & Patrolmen's Salary
100,717.46
Specials' Salary
6,903.87
Holiday Pay
5,038.00
Health Insurance
33,698.00
Life Insurance
291.28
PICA
1,639.62
Medicare
2,446.75
Retirement
5,769.99
Unemployment
1,174.77
Worker's Compensation
8,469.99
Longevity
400.00
Telephone
3,033.23
Uniforms
2,382.50
Uniform Maintenance
1,500.00
Conferences & Dues
612.00
Office Supplies
2,465.98
General Maintenance
753.46
Tires
1,340.16
Radio Maintenance
554.67
Building Maintenance
96.75
Gasoline
4,781.20
Replacement of Equipment
2,421.54
Training
998.28
Investigative Supplies
489.44
Special Article - Lease of Cruisers
15,288.27
TOTAL
$254,773.03
Police Grant
Grant Wages
$6,247.39
Grant Holiday Pay
1,007.12
Grant Health insurance
3,806.02
Grant Life Insurance
20.24
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Grant Medicare 214.19
Grant Retirement 391.23
Grant Unemployment 36.72
Grant Worker's Compensation 111.17
TOTAL $11,834.08
Dog Warden
Salary $1,726.00
Expenses 1 56.00
PICA 586.74
Medicare 25.03
Unemployment 7.08
Worker's Compensation 51 .47
Supplies 174.95
Humane Society 830.00
Mileage 736.60
TOTAL $4,293.87
Fire Warden
Fire Warden Expenses $10,052.33
Code Enforcement
Codes $10,199.76
Highway Department
Full Time Wages $182,133.76
Part Time Wages 5,062.00
Overtime 31,097.81
Health Insurance 37,857.28
Life Insurance 370.04
FICA 13,676.80
Medicare 3,197.07
Retirement 6,213.14
Unemployment 3,576.12
Worker's Compensation 25,280.93
Longevity 2,200.00
Telephone 321.72
Uniforms 4,114.19
Contract Equipment 3,910.00
Electric 649.31
Contract Plowing 10,970.00
Radio Contract Maintenance 1 94.00
Gasoline 6,583.91
Mileage 1,131.00
Sand & Gravel 50,015.30
Dust Control 36,184.37
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Salt
Tar
Culvert
Equipment Purchased
TOTAL
General Highway Expenses
Highway Block Grant
Street Lighting
Incinerator
Full Time Wages
Part Time Wages
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
PICA
Medicare
Retirement
Unemployment
Worker's Compensation
Longevity
Telephone
Uniforms
Electric
Fuel
Equipment & Maintenance
Hauling & Dumping
Demolition
Hazardous Waste
Test Wells Monitor
Ash Disposal
Ash Testing
TOTAL
Ossipee Concerned Citizens
Wolfeboro VNA
CC Mental Health
Community Action Program
Family Planning
Ossipee Children's Fund
Domestic Violence
Health
16,650.37
4,891 .63
4,228.40
2,950.00
$453,459.15
$34,696.55
$75,640.79
$2,832.68
$58,948.32
8,682.41
10,880.80
120.06
4,217.91
986.42
1,345.06
1,105.23
7,861 .82
400.00
568.81
1,213.40
4,572.39
11,188.75
15,598.83
38,728.51
22,944.35
2,829.00
4,120.00
4,796.80
2,980.00
$204,088.87
$10,000.00
13,000.00
4,188.00
8,200.00
2,198.00
2,000.00
851.00
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Big Brother & Big Sisters 200.00
TOTAL $40,637.00
Hospital & Ambulance
Rescue Squad $19,988.00
General Assistance
$10,607.92
Recreation Department
Director Salary $1 8,447.50
Assistant Wages 2,685.02
Summer Camp - PI Wages 1 1 ,640.1 9
Lifeguard Wages 2,498.25
Health Insurance 4,896.56
Life Insurance 30.36
Recognition/Awards 420.02
PICA 2,186.81
Medicare 496.14
Retirement 322.16
Unemployment 389.66
Worker's Compensation 2,774.70
Telephone 1,268.80
Uniforms 320.00
Insurance 1,242.00
Annual Fees 430.00
Activities 5,468.23
Supplies 1,682.23
Mileage 578.91
Equipment 4,814.37
TOTAL $62,591.91
Library
Expenses $20,595.00
Library Salaries 18,541.25
PI Wages 12,653.14
Health Insurance 5,869.80
PICA 1,934.06
Medicare 452.33
Retirement 489.76
Unemployment 14.16
Worker's Compensation 102.75
TOTAL $60,652.25
Patriotic Purposes
$711.00
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Conservation Commission
Secretary Wages
$354.02
PICA
21.96
Medicare
5.13
Unemployment
1.41
Worker's Compensation
9.70
Dues & Workshop
205.00
Supplies
67.24
Reference Materials
195.00
Summer Camp Program
275.00
Equipment
4.95
TOTAL
$1,139.41
Debt Service
Sewer Bond Principal
$8,500.00
Incinerator Principal
10,670.00
Library Note Principal
20,000.00
RevaL/Dump Closure
20,616.00
Library Note Interest
18,690.00
Sewer Bond Interest
6,600.00
Incinerator Interest
7,682.42
Interest on TAN Note
37,232.02
TOTAL
$129,990.44
Special Articles
Art. #08 Rescue Truck
$48,000.00
Art. #09 Bridges
7,403.00
Art. #1 1 Elm Street Project
40,000.00
Art. #12 Town Hall ADA
6,885.00
Art. #13 State Aid Highway
25,000.00
Art. #1 7 Highway 4x4 Plow Truck
61,000.00
Art. #19 Bearcamp School
1,000.00
Art. #20 Ossipee Co-Op Preschool
1,000.00
Art. #21 Lord's Ambulance
57,065.14
Art. #27 Highway Truck
17,023.44
TOTAL
$264,376.58
Encumbered Funds
Legal Expenses
$9,000.00
Insurance Expenses
3,900.00
Highway Block Grant
43,203.88
Rescue Squad
11,950.00
Revaluation
41,165.59
TOTAL
$109,219.47
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Water Department
Supervisor Salary $14,201.76
PT Wages 12,213.26
Health Insurance 5,439.22
Life Insurance 45.88
PICA 1,655.34
Medicare 379.61
Retirement 433.79
Unemployment 1 70.04
Worker's Compensation 1,181 .81
Longevity 550.00
Audit 300.00
Telephone 680.38
Computer 948.30
Uniforms 517.65
Electric 569.87
Heat 449.87
Building Maintenance 67.49
System Maintenance 21,972.61
Insurance 947.00
Office Supplies 372.34
Postage 298.87
Gasoline 306.39
Vehicle Maintenance 99.50
Mileage 538.52
Schools & Seminars 53.50
Equipment Expense 1,796.96
Sampling Tests .39
TOTAL $66,190.35
Sewer Department
Supervisor Wages $13,593.52
PT Wages 12,213.28
Gasoline 357.76
Health Insurance 5,439.15
Life Insurance 45.86
FICA 2,326.89
Medicare 382.20
Retirement , 433.75
Unemployment 170.04
Worker's Compensation 1 ,^ 81 .81
Audit 300.00
Telephone 1,113.13
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Computer 948.30
Test Wells 5,500.00
Uniforms 517.65
Electric 10,458.62
Heat 324.90
System Maintenance 1,367.44
Insurance 1,941.00
Office Supplies 447.33
Postage 302.24
Vehicle Maintenance 539.47
Building Maintenance 440.40
Mileage 538.52
School & Seminars 97.50
Equipment Maintenance 1,120.71
TOTAL $62,101.47
County Tax
Treasurer, Carroll County $214,713.00
Regional School District
Governor Wentworth Regional $4,21 7,301 .00
Precincts
Center Ossipee Fire Precinct $144,731 .00
West Ossipee Fire Precinct 79,790.00
Ossipee Corner Light & Power 1 1 2,266.00
TOTAL $336,787.00
52
TRUSTEES OF TRUST FUNDS
1995 ANNUAL REPORT
The following pages list the basic funds and investments of the trust funds of the
Town of Ossipee. On this page we will mention a few specific items for your
information.
It has been a good year investment-wise for the trustees, as investments were
made in a variety of accounts when the interest rates were at their highest points of
the year. In addition we placed the funds in at a relatively long investment period
of 1 2 months to 1 8 months. Hopefully by the time they mature rates will be on the
rise.
In order to protect the funds to the full coverage of the FDIC (maximum of
$100,000.00), we have spread the funds into three major investment strategies:
Savings accounts (including Money-market), Certificates of Deposit, and Treasury
Bills.
Trust fund disbursements this year included $8,000.00 for "Lyford Merrow"
scholarships to 7 Ossipee residents graduating from high school and heading for
college.
In addition, a special grant from the "Rena Merrow" trust in the amount of
$3,599.00 was forwarded to Kingswood High School for needed equipment in the
Science and Industrial Arts Departments.
Also over $4,000.00 was transferred to the Town of Ossipee for cemetery
maintenance.
A grant was made from the "Lyford Merrow" hospital fund to aid an Ossipee
resident who was indigent and unable to pay her hospital account.
Your trustees will continue to pursue a safe and proper plan of action to guard
and increase the trust fund income for the use of the Town of Ossipee and her
citizens.
Respectfully submitted,
George F. Lynch, Chairman
June Loud, Trustee
Joan Bishop, Trustee
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OSSIPEE PUBLIC LIBRARY REPORT
Each year, the report from Ossipee Public Library begins the same way "...it was a
busy year at the Library..." This year is no exception! Circulation for the year
increased by 16% overall, with the increases of 23.7% in adult non-fiction, 41.7%
in children's non-fiction and 49.5% in videos especially noteworthy. January saw a
weekly story hour with Mrs. Dale Tucker and her wonderful crafts and tours and
story time for Headstart children. Circulation of Library materials increased 54%
over January of 1 994!
February was the beginning of the tax assistance on Tuesdays in the Library
Meeting Room and a "groundhog" story time. Mrs. Lambert, Library Director, was
asked to give a "Book Talk" to the members of the Second Congregational Church
In celebration of their "Women's Week." She chose books that had strong women
as their central characters and discussed how children's books had evolved towards
women's equality. Mrs. Lambert traveled to the Vocational Education Center in
Wolfeboro to receive a gift of children's books from the Guidance Counselors of
the Governor Wentworth School District.
In March, "Connections" returned to the Library. "Connections" is a program for
adult students that enables them to study and discuss children's literature and share
their books with their own families. As a thank-you to Mrs. Lambert, the Headstart
children invited her to their classrooms for luncheon and stories. A good time was
had by all. The Nursery school placed the Library on Its list of community places to
visit. The children shared a special story and tour.
April concluded the tax assistance In the Meeting Room and saw award
winning children's author and illustrator, Kevin Hawkes, give a delightful program
for all ages. The "Connections" program continued. We were very pleased to
welcome new member Yvonne Fisher to our staff.
In May, we saw the return of our summer patrons reflected in our circulation
figures — a 50% increase over May 1994! The Eighth Annual Herb and Perennial
Sale was held on the Library lawn (during National Herb Week). This sale Is
becoming a tradition in the Ossipee area with so many quality plants at reasonable
prices. The Friends of Ossipee Public Library, in their never-ending support of the
Library, held a plant sale just in time for Mother's Day. The Library Director was
awarded a partial scholarship from the New Hampshire Federated Women's Club
and traveled to Jackson to make an acceptance speech. Trustees from the Freedom
Library toured our lovely building, perhaps In anticipation of an addition to their
Library. May also saw the end of the weekly story time just in time to gear up for
the summer reading program. A special thanks Is extended to Mrs. Dale Tucker for
sharing her many skills with the pre-school crowd. The installation of our new
exterior sign on the Library lawn brought much encouragement and many helpful
suggestions from Saturday morning Post Office customers to Installers Dick Zlegler,
Peter Lambert and Benjamin Lambert. The sign is a lovely, informative addition to
the Library grounds.
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In June, registration for the summer reading program began. The Ruth M.
Loring Memorial Shakespeare Herb Garden was a featured stop on the Ossipee
Children's Fund "Summer Garden Tour." Over 75 people were given tours of the
Herb Garden by the Library Director. Copy books were on display from a fifth
grade class from Ossipee Central School. A fax machine, donated by a patron, has
become a much-relied-on piece of technology in the Director's office. The New
Hampshire State Library began a program called "Article Express" wherein a patron
may request a magazine article, fill out a simple form and the Director faxes the
form into the State Library. Sometimes the turn-around time has been as little as
minutes. Before, this service may have taken as long as two to three weeks. Arietta
Paul, Curator of the Ossipee Historical Society, Natalie Peterson and the Library
Director hung a display of portraits and posters of local interest in the Meeting
Room in honor of "Old Home Week." This display, which continued into July, was
very popular. During "Old Home Week" the Library Meeting room was transformed
into a tea room for eleven little girls, their dolls and carriages. "Mini Neighborhood
Quilt" wall hanging classes, taught by local quilter Sue Stern, were held on
Mondays in the Meeting Room. The theme of the summer reading program, "Saddle
Up A Good Book," proved to be a popular one. We had 82 children signed up by
July 5. We decided that, in keeping with that theme, we would read an American
Tall Tale and a Native American Legend each week (along with other "western"
books). Our weekly attendance averaged 55 well-behaved attentive children. We
had terrific guest readers: Josh Libby and Stacy Libby, and Adele Schwelzer. Josh
and Stacy came to us via the "Youth Works" program. These teens learned to shelve
books, assist at the circulation desk and do whatever task we needed help with.
They worked at the Library for six weeks and we can't say enough good about these
teens and the work they did. Ms. Schweizer came to us from the First NH Bank in
Ossipee. The First NH Bank helped underwrite the cost of the materials used in the
summer reading program and Ms. Schwelzer volunteered to read to the children.
She came to the library in full cowgirl regalia, much to the children's delight.
Another guest, William Cleveland, came In his coureur de bois costume and
explained about life in the days of the trappers and explorers. He encouraged the
children and adults in attendance to handle his many authentic artifacts and
experience the sound of a fully charged musket. Storyteller "Skunkman," otherwise
known as Ed Fayle, entertained us with his story of "Lightnin"' and their gold find.
Besides these programs, the Little Red Wagon Caravan entertained over 130
children and adults on the Library lawn. As part of the children's "western"
experience, we decided to make a quilt together. Quilt patterns and construction
were discussed each week and 24 children designed their own blocks to be
incorporated into "their" quilt. On the last week of the reading program, we held an
ol' fashion quilting bee. The children tied their quilt, enjoyed authentic
refreshments (served by Adele Schweizer) and visited with each other as in the "old
days." This wonderful quilt has become a permanent part of the children's section
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of the library where it is on display. Many thanks to the Moms who helped — Linda
Morgan, Nancy White and Bonnie Nystedt. At the end of the summer reading
program, each of the children registered received a certificate and a coupon for a
meal from McDonald's in West Ossipee. Each child that read six books or more
received a book, along with their certificate and coupon. The top five readers
received those prizes and a T-shirt. Over 2,000 books were read. Our top reader
read or listened to 137 books. Thanks to all the parents, day care providers and
others who read to these children. An organizational meeting for the making of a
quilt to benefit the PTA's Pennies for Playground kicked off In the Meeting Room.
August was the Friends of Ossipee Public Library's annual "Feaster's Fantasy
Raffle." This year's proceeds were to be used as matching funds for a grant awarded
to the Library by the Libri Foundation of Eugene, Oregon. The grant, BOOKS FOR
CHILDREN, written by the Director, enabled the Library to select $1,050.00 worth
of quality children's fiction and nonfiction books. One stipulation of the grant was
that 1/3 of the money be raised by an outside organization. The Friends were only
too happy to oblige. The Governor Wentworth Arts Council met in the Library
Meeting Room after receiving a tour of the building. The Arts Council generously
donated $100.00 to be used to help underwrite a program which we used to help
pay for the Little Red Wagon Caravan.
September gave us a chance to catch our breath but we were in full swing in
October. The Ossipee Co-Op Preschool came in for a visit, tour and story.
On each Saturday in October we held the "On your way to the dump story
hour." Guest readers included Yvonne Fisher, Polly Sheffer, Cousin Grizelda (Uncle
Fester's cousin — Uncle Fester was not able to come this year) and storyteller "Ed."
"Ed" brought his treasure chest and shared its contents with the children, along with
a story. Cousin Grizelda, visiting for Halloween, had treats for good boys and girls.
Library staff and patrons were treated to a Halloween parade in the Library from 25
of the Ossipee Crossing Daycare children. They were in turn treated to spooky
stories and bookmarks. Three groups of fifth graders visited the Library for tours and
explanation of the "Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature." A quilting bee, held in
the Library meeting room, started the squares for the PTA's "Pennies for Playground"
raffle quilt. Library staff was excited to receive the shipment of books from the Libri
Grant. It took us some time to process the 68 books, but it was a task that everyone
enjoyed. After much time and energy. Library policies were updated, signed and
enacted. Copies were sent off to the State Library for their records.
In November Effingham resident Ken Zilisch presented his one-man show with
an opening reception on a Monday evening. The popular exhibit hung for
November and December. Mr. Zilisch kindly donated a percentage of the sales
from the show to the Library. The New Hampshire Board of Trustees held an
informational meeting in the Meeting Room for area Library Trustees. As part of
their curriculum, the Ossipee Crossing Daycare brought the older children over to
the Library each Wednesday for browsing, reading, stories and tours. New
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Hampshire author Rebecca Rule entertained many with readings from her works,
signed books and enjoyed tea and refreshments.
Mrs. Santa Claus's visit to the Library in December brought smiles to Ossipee
children. Mrs. Claus read to children, delivered lists to Santa for them and joined
them in singing carols. Storyteller "Ed" entertained pajama-clad children with
his rendition of "The Polar Express." To thank him, the children sang songs and
recited poems. The meeting room was the site for a Gramm for President campaign
appearance.
Personnel:
In May, Library Director Lindalee Lambert earned her Library Techniques
Certificate Program through the University System of New Hampshire College for
Lifelong Learning and New Hampshire State Library by completing the following
courses: Public Library Administration, Children's and Young Adult Literature and
Storytelling. Library Aide Polly Sheffer completed Public Library Administration,
Children's and Young Adult Literature and Micro-computers in Libraries, and
Library Aide Yvonne Fisher completed the Micro-computers in Libraries and the
Children's and Young Adult's Literature courses.
Some of the meetings attended by Library staff:
RALI (Rochester Area Libraries)
CCLC (Carroll County Libraries Cooperative)
New Hampshire Library Association Spring Conference
New Hampshire Library Association Fall Conference
"Read to Me"
"First Wednesday" Meetings at the State Library
Groups that used the Library meeting room:
Chamber of Commerce
Ossipee Children's Fund
Habitat for Humanity
Carroll County N.O.W.
R.A.L.I. (Rochester Area Libraries)
New Hampshire Library Trustees
Friends of Ossipee Public Library
Ossipee Valley Woman's Club
Ossipee Historical Society
Effingham/Ossipee P.T.A. — Pennies for Playground
Economic Development
Ossipee Public Library would not be the same place if it were not for our
volunteers. They perform a myriad of tasks — ^from cataloging to shelving books. In
May, Mrs. Isabella Clark, long-time volunteer, "retired." We could always count on
her cataloging skills on Tuesday afternoons. Thanks for your help, Isabella!
Volunteers:
Eleanor Bassett
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Pat Clark
Edith GImpel
Sylvia WItherel I
Barbara Ralston
Dale Tucker
Isabella Clark
Arietta Paul
Peter Lambert
Benjamin Lambert
Richard Ziegler
A special thanks must go out to the Friends of Ossipee Public Library for their efforts
during the year. The on-going book sale in the Library's "Bookcellar" is
enthusiastically attended each month. The Friends have sold carnations, plants and
have run a successful Bake/Book/Raffle sale. The Friends pose as elves at the
holiday season by decorating the Library, inside and out. Their support is an
invaluable resource to the Library in many ways.
CIRCULATION STATISTICS
Adult Fiction
6296
Adult Non-fiction
2605
Youth Fiction
4661
Youth Non-fiction
1697
Videos
1409
Magazines
499
Audios
332
Realia
1
Records
4
Total Circulation:
1 7,504 This reflects an increase of 1 6% over 1 994
Reference questions
810
Nev^ patrons
309
"Article Express"
6
Inter-Library Loans
To O.P.L.
129
From O.P.L.
33
Not filled
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT
RECEIPTS
Balance Forwarded
$5,122.37
Town of Ossipee
$19,995.00
Gov. Wentworth Arts Council 200.00 ($100 for '96)
Refund from Highsm
lith 74.00
TOTAL RECEIPTS
20,269.06
TOTAL SALARIES
40,057.25
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EXPENDITURES
Salaries
$40,057.25
Fuel
1,771.98
Books
8,273.34
Periodicals
366.60
Videos
547.88
Water & Sewer
464.00
Dues
140.00
Telephone
1,212.21
Miscellaneous
55.80
Programs
419.57
Postage
62.40
Maintenance and Repair
2,141.41
Furniture
502.00
Supplies
710.96
MILEAGE
281.88
Electricity
2,285.00
Savings Account Expense
13.08
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
$60,201.06
BALANCE IN CHECKING ACCOUNT
as of 12/31/95
$5,247.06
SAVINGS (Fundraising Account)
RECEIPTS
Balance forwarded $5,243.23
Interest 150.62
Donations 45.00
Fines 54.10
Fund Raising Activities 1,282.50
TOTAL RECEIPTS $6,775.45
EXPENDITURES 00.00 00.00
BALANCE IN ACCOUNT 1 2/31/95 $6,775.45
Respectfully submitted,
Lindalee M. Lambert, Library Director
Eileen B. Leavitt, Chairman, Board of Trustees
Catherine D. Zlegler, Secretary, Board of Trustees
Mary Buswell, Treasurer, Board of Trustees
Susan Day, Board of Trustees
Elizabeth S. Rouner, Board of Trustees
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SELECTMEN'S REPORT
For the first time in the history of Ossipee, men became the minority on the Board
of Selectmen when Sandra "Sam" Martin joined Joe Skehan and Pat Jones.
This year Ossipee went on line with Enhanced 91 1 . This was a cooperative
effort of all involved at Town Hall. Especially Jojo Belville; we thank her for her
dedication to her job and Town once again. Also, a big "thank you" to our local
post offices and their dedication to this project. And last but not least, to all the
citizens of Ossipee who have put up their numbers.
The Ossipee Water Project is well under way. The wells are in and the initial
testings show good quantity and quality of water. The remainder of the project —
pipes, storage tank, and meters — will be started this spring with a completion date
of June 30, 1996.
Construction and paving on Elm Street have made a tremendous improvement
In the road. It will receive a one-inch coating of asphalt In the spring. This year
Moultonvllle Road will be the focus of road improvement.
The new rescue vehicle is now housed at the Center Ossipee Fire Station. The
squad is constantly upgrading Its equipment and expertise. The Selectmen are
grateful for all their efforts and the efforts of the advisory committee.
The Selectmen have fine tuned an Outdoor Ordinance to be in compliance
with state laws and to ensure the public safety. The Ordinance is designed to
ensure public events are held safely.
The Selectmen are meeting once a mc^'- with interested employees to
Improve communications and cooperation. The Selectmen are working on job
descriptions for all employees. A new three-year contract has been agreed upon by
employees and Selectmen.
The recycling center and Incinerator now has an oil recycling storage tank for
the home mechanic to dispose of waste oil in an environmentally safe manner.
There Is a new sign at the facility entrance. Thanks to everyone's cooperation, the
amount of recycled material is Increasing.
The cleanup of unsightly properties is continuing. The Zoning Board of
Adjustment, Planning Board, Selectmen, and Code Enforcement Officer are
working together to update our Zoning Ordinance and to more effectively enforce
It.
Peter Waugh, our new Recreation Director, has a new office in the
completely renovated old warming hut. He has enthusiastically developed and
carried out programs for all ages. He has done a great job on publicity for the
programs. Peter and his family have been warmly welcomed by the community.
Carry on the good work, Peter!
The handicapped accessible bathroom Is installed in the town hall. The rest of
the project, including doorway and ramp, will be completed this year.
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We would also like to thank Representative Randy Lyman for all her
dedication and hard work on the Folsom Brook project. Her resignation has been
accepted with regret.
We hope that all will get behind this project in the future and try to carry on
the work Randy has struggled to accomplish so far.
Sincerely,
The Selectmen
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OSSIPEE POLICE DEPARTMENT
1995 Annual Report
1995 was a year of tremendous growth for this department. In April we added Jeff
Brown as our newest full-time officer. This was made possible by a $75,000 three-
year federal grant. As a result, we began 24-hour patrol this summer. This has
proven to be a tremendous step in providing emergency help to our citizens. That
officer , out there in the middle of the night, is able to render aid faster than ever
before, and not only in criminal matters, but for medical aid calls, right down to
assisting stranded motorists.
It became very clear how beneficial this was, when within two weeks of
adding the midnight shift. Officers Ruel and Willard rescued a man from an
overturned boat on Duncan Lake. We have wonderful fire and rescue personnel,
and while their response time is often amazing, those few minutes in the middle of
the night can truly mean the difference between life and death in emergencies
such as this, heart attacks, etc.
This past year was also very busy, with this department logging over 108,000
miles on the three cruisers. We answered over 3,400 incidents and made 190
criminal arrests.
I would like to both professionally and personally thank each and every
member of this department for their continued service to the Town of Ossipee.
Thank you to the police agencies around us for their help and assistance, to
the fire departments, rescue squad, and Lord's Ambulance for their help at
emergency scenes, to the Office Staff at Town Hall, and to all of the residents, who
continue to support us through kind words and deeds.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard H. Morgan
Chief of Police
ACTIVITY 1995
Suicides 1 Unattended Deaths 3
Attempted Suicides 6 Simple Assault 47
Harassment 3 Arson 3
Burglary 31 Attempted Burglary 12
Shoplifting 5 Thefts 106
Vehicle Thefts 5 Forgery 2
Bad Checks 4 Rec. Stolen Property 1
Criminal Mischief 6 Attempted Criminal Mischief ... 1 02
Possession Drugs 4 Indecent Exposure 2
Child Neglect 3 Violation Court Order 1
Family Offenses 6 False Report 1
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Escape 1
Probation Violation 2
Firing Weapon 5
Harassing Phone Calls 30
Intoxication 25
DWI 18
Evading 1
Open Container 1 1
Traffic Citations 86
Criminal Trespass 1 7
Neighbor Disputes 13
Assist other Agency 1 08
Assist Medical Aid 81
illegal Alcohol 17
Assist Citizens 102
Susp. PersonA^ehicIe 140
Welfare Checks 25
Incidents 130
Other 466
Perjury 1
Concealed Weapon 1
Threatening with Weapon 4
Disorderly Conduct 3
Hit and Run 1
Reckless Driving 3
Suspended License 9
Traffic Warnings 391
Vehicle Accidents 1 1 7
Family Fights 32
Noise Complaints 70
Assist Fire Department 55
Juvenile runaways 23
Juvenile Offenses 20
Stranded Motorist 1 1
Abandoned Vehicles 35
Business Security Check 862
Paper Service 99
TOTAL ACTIVITY 3468
ARRESTS
Possession Drugs 4
Resisting Arrest 2
DWI 18
Protective Custody.... 32
Open Container 13
Rec. Stolen Property 1
Criminal Mischief 6
Disobeying an Officer 1
Criminal threat 4
Transporting Alcohol 2
Indecent Exposure 2
Warrants 4
Disorderly Conduct 2
Miscellaneous 1
TOTAL
1995
Simple Assault 28
Violation Court Order 1
illeg. Possession of Alcohol.. 16
Suspended License 9
Theft 4
Shoplifting.,. 2
Unauthorized Use 1
1 st Degree Assault 1
Criminal Trespass 18
Illegal Fire 10
Littering 1
Reckless Operation 1
Felon with Firearm 1
Child Sexual Assault 4
190
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REPORT OF THE OSSIPEE RESCUE SERVICE
The Osslpee Rescue Service has once again had a very busy year. The Service
responded to 346 tones in 1995, up from 291 in 1994. These calls ranged from
calls for medical aid, fire assist, and service calls, as well as standby duty at special
events.
We took delivery of our nev^ rescue ambulance in April, and it has been of
great use at all types of calls. We look forv^ard to many years of topnotch service
with this truck.
We also took delivery of a new set of Hurst Extrication Equipment In May.
The Service has been training with all three fire departments on the use of these
tools, and we have had to use them at accidents here in Ossipee, as well as in
Wolfeboro, on several occasions.
Finally, the Service has grown from 12 members to 23 this last year. We now
have 4 members certified as EMT-lntermediate and now carry advanced life
support equipment on our rescue ambulance.
We wish to take this opportunity to thank each and every citizen of Ossipee
for their overwhelming support of our volunteer efforts.
Yours in Service,
Paul D. Jay, Captain
Ossipee Rescue Service
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TIMBER/CONSERVATION MONITOR
1 995 Activity Report
The fiscal tax year for timber products is from the first of April through March 31;
therefore, statistics reflect this time span. I would also advise that these figures are
NOT exact, since many of them are compiled from the notice of intent to cut
timber (which is an estimate). The reports of timber cut are supposed to be EXACT.
Reports are required to be filed within 60 days of completion of the operation or
March 31, whichever comes first. However, the timber industry, not being an
exact science, we depend on the honesty and integrity of those filing the report.
This report will be submitted before the end of the fiscal year; therefore, it
cannot reflect accurate, final statistics.
1) Notice of Intent to Cut Timber, and Supplements on file to date are 75.
2) The acreage cut is 3274.22. (Note: this figure does not mean clear cut, but
simply the number of acres from which timber was taken.
3) The board feet of timber cut by species:
SPECIES ESTIMATED AMOUNT CUT
White Pine 2,225,047 bf
Hemlock 332,275 bf
Red Pine 99,61 5 bf
Spruce & Fir 173,835 bf
Hard Maple 1 05,000 bf
White Birch 1 19,845 bf
Yellow Birch 1 28,040 bf
Oak 964,440 bf
Ash 1 87,394 bf
Beech & Soft Maple 248,345 bf
Pallet or Tie Logs 280,718 bf
Other: Aspen 435 bf
Poplar 405 bf
Black Birch 5,000 bf
PULPWOOD TONS CORDS
Spruce & Fir 30.00/4,185.00
Hardwood & Aspen 3,335.59/2,684.13
Pine 626.84/2,337.01
Hemlock 6,037.00/757.98
Whole Tree Chips 6,647.74/00.00
MISCELLANEOUS
Birch Bolts 10 cords
Cordwood & Fuelwood 388 cords
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4) Personal Use/Exempt 24,200 bf White Pine
10,000 bf Maple
5,800 bf Oak
1 54 cords fuelwood
5) Activity:
Complaints 4
Boundary Disputes 2
Warnings Issued ...2
Summons Issued 26
Criminal Investigations 7
During 1995 there was a recodification of State Laws pertaining to Forest and
Lands. "A Guide to the Forest Laws of New Hampshire" is available from the
Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests at a fee of $20 per copy. This
publication is very well done and is definitely worth the $20.
If we can be of service to you, the residents of Ossipee, please contact us
through the Selectmen's Office, telephone #: 539-41 81 .
Respectfully submitted,
John E. Smith
Timber Monitor
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REPORT OF EXECUTIVE COUNCILOR
TO THE CITIZENS OF DISTRICT ONE
As Executive Councilor for District One, it is a privilege for me to communicate
with the citizens of this town and area, which are part of District One of 98 towns
and four cities.
The five-member Executive Council is at the top of your Executive Branch of
government. The NH House and Senate make laws and pass into law a budget. It
is then the constitutional and \awiu\ duty of the Governor and Council to carry out
those laws and budget. The entire Judicial Branch of judges are all nominated by
the Governor and confirmed by the Council. The Governor and Council also
nominate and confirm 267 Commissioners and Directors to terms of office in the
various state executive branch departments.
The Governor and Executive Council also are required by law to nominate
and confirm dozens of citizens to various volunteer boards and commissions. If
anyone is interested in serving, they should forward their resume directly to
Governor Merrill or my office at the State House. A list of these boards and
commissions may be obtained by calling my State House office at 271-3632.
The year ahead will prove challenging in the area of town, county, and state
administration of the recently passed House Bill 32, which reallocates, reorganizes
most of the Health and Human Services Department of NH State Government. It is
extremely important that local and county officials stay in close touch with their
State Senators and State Representatives. I have asked Health and Human Services
Commissioner Terry Morton to appoint at least 15-20 people from each county to
act as advisors to this office as commission. If any of you are interested in serving,
please call his office direct 1-800-852-3345 ext. 4331 or send him a note at his
office on Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301 expressing your interest.
As of this writing there is still about $270,000 waiting to be matched by local
dollars in the Economic Development Matching Grant Program and $275,000
waiting to be matched in the Joint Tourist Promotional Program. Both of these
programs can be accessed by calling 271-241 1 .
Some nine million dollars is waiting at the Office of State Planning (tel. no.
271-21 55) in the Community Development Block Grant Program. A town, county,
regional economic development council, or other regional group is eligible to
apply.
The Governor's Advisory Commission on Intermodal Transportation has
submitted our recommendation to the Governor on various projects submitted to
us by towns and regional planning commissions. It is now up to the Governor to
submit his recommendations to the House and Senate by February 15, 1996, and
then it's up to those two bodies of state government as to the final disposition of
the plan. I don't look for much In the way of new highways, bridges, and
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transportation projects due mainly to lack of money. Hopefully, we'll be able to
keep in good repair the transportation system we've got.
It is amazing the advice and technical assistance available in State
Government to citizens, businesses, and local municipalities. The Office of
Industrial Development has a very attractive brochure listing technical, financial,
and community resources available for the asking by calling 271 -241 1 .
Should my office be of help in matters relating to the Executive Branch, please
know that I welcome the opportunity to respond. It is a pleasure to serve you.
Raymond S. Burton
State House - Room 207, Concord, NH 03301
Office - 603-271 -3632 - Home - 603-747-3662
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TRKOUIMTY
COMMUIMITY ACTION
Serving Coos, Carroll & Grafton Counties
To the residents of Ossipee:
The Community Action Program (CAP) has been providing services to Ossipee
from its Folsom Road location for the past ten years. Our client case load has
increased greatly; hov^ever, our dedicated staff and volunteers continue to v^ork
v^ith area needs.
Welfare reform, so v^idely discussed on TV daily, had its impact on all social
service agencies, and CAP is no exception. We have felt the cutbacks, but have
continued to v^ork with problems facing our community in homelessness, lack of
jobs, linking clients to other services, providing necessary information, and
v^orking vc'ith all social agencies on behalf of Ossipee residents.
Ossipee received $108,479.20 in dollar value service this past year. 241
households received fuel assistance, 82 were elderly; 1 1 households were
weatherized, assistance was given to homeless families, and USDA food was
distributed to food pantries, to name a few services.
We continue to provide direct service to the Ossipee Welfare Department.
This past year we worked with town officials and clients to build a better Ossipee
by helping clients help themselves. We work daily with this project.
We can't thank our dedicated staff and volunteers enough for their continued
team effort for the benefit of all.
We appreciate your support in the past and look forward to assisting with
some of the needs of Ossipee in the coming year.
Sincerely,
Margie W. Vacca
Belinda W.Cullen
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OSSIPEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
ANNUAL REPORT, 1995
The Ossipee Historical Society is a non-profit organization which has two primary
goals: to perpetuate the memory of the citizens and the history of Ossipee by
acquiring and preserving materials which have to do with the life of our town from
its beginnings; and to promote an awareness, understanding and appreciation of
our town's history through collections and public programs.
This past September, the OHS celebrated its 75th anniversary, which was just
one of the highlights of a very busy and successful year.
Early in 1 995, the OHS and the Greater Ossipee Area Chamber of Commerce
collaborated on the writing of a grant request. As a result, $1500 was received
from the N.H. Humanities Council and Inherit New Hampshire to develop a
permanent walking tour of Center Ossipee.
On July 1, 1995, author/historian Edward M. Cook, Jr. led the first walking
tour, accompanied by 75 interested people. A brochure and plaques at each of the
sites along the way mean that the walk is self-guided, but Ted Cook's commentary
certainly made the very first walk a most memorable one. It kicked off Old Home
Week and promoted 1995's theme of "Pride in Our Past, Faith in Our Future."
During the month of July, the OHS displayed portraits and photographs of
past citizens who made significant contributions to Ossipee's history. The
collection and a group of posters from our past which was also on display, were
well received.
The Granite Day celebration in August was truly a time of celebration, as the
Early Settlers' Meeting House was officially entered in the National Register of
Historic Places on June 1 2, 1 995.
OHS president Doris Ashton wrote the "Museum Guide" for Grant Hall in
1995. Grant Hall is the Society's Museum, which was open Tuesdays, Thursdays
and Saturdays during July and August. Curator Arietta Paul and members of the
OHS were kept very busy caring for collections, displaying artifacts, talking with
visitors and cataloging more than 25 new acquisitions.
Program Chairman Ginny Bradley, following the Society's 1995 theme of
"Ossipee People," arranged several very interesting programs. Archeology records,
early cemetery records and a group of Native Americans helped us understand our
distant past, while a Civil War Exhibit and speakers who provided in-depth
biographies of Ossipee notables, brought more recent history alive. There was also
a picnic in the Ossipee Mountains and other trips to round out a wonderful year.
Other highlights of 1995 included a new coat of paint for Grant Hall, the
finalizing of a boundary line agreement with the First Congregational Church of
Center Ossipee, a blue ribbon for the OHS float in the Old Home Week parade
(thanks to the efforts of Rachel Ward), and a yard sale.
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OHS publishes a regular newsletter for Its membership. Editor Lorraine
Borgatti also does a lot of photography for the Society.
Future plans for the OHS include working with students in the public schools.
Members hope to work with Ossipee's fourth-graders and with junior high school
history classes to encourage students to appreciate and to become involved with
local history through oral histories, adopt-a-cemetery programs, video records,
genealogical searches and other activities.
The Ossipee Historical Society is proud of its contributions and its continuing
efforts to preserve Ossipee's past. Although the Society Is small by most standards,
it has a dedicated core of hard-working people, several of whom are well trained
in the technical skills needed to care for and preserve the wide range of materials
acquired. Our membership and acquisitions continue to grow, and we look
forward to the future. We invite anyone interested in Ossipee's past, present and
future to join us and/or to add to the museum's collections.
Respectfully submitted,
Doris Ashton, President
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OSSIPEE PLANNING BOARD
1995 ANNUAL REPORT
This was the first year that the Planning Board functioned as an elected Board, and
it was a smooth transition. The Board met regularly on the first and third Tuesdays
at 7:00 p.m. at the Ossipee Town Hall, with additional meetings or work sessions
held as necessary.
During 1995 the Board granted sixteen site plan approvals under the new site
plan review ordinance. The Board also approved six subdivisions and six
boundary line adjustments. Two special use permits and one excavation permit
were granted. Four plans of land were accepted.
It has been the goal of the Board to work with the applicants, using such
means as preliminary meetings, to make the process less complicated and more
expedient. Although the requirements remain the same, the procedure has
improved for both parties.
The Board continues to strive to increase communication between our Board,
the Zoning Board of Adjustment, the Code Enforcement Officer, and the
Selectmen. By working together we are able to better serve the community as well
as the applicants.
Planning Board Members: '
Gilbert C, Adams, Jr., Chairman - Term expires 1998
Milton Dow, Vice-chairman - Term expires 1998
Patricia Jones, Selectmen's Representative
George Lynch - Term expires 1 996
Boyd "Bucky" Parker - Term expires 1997
James Rines - Term expires 1 996
John Swanson - Term expires 1997
Warren Harrington, Alternate - Term expires 1998
Gregory Howard, Alternate - Term expires 1 998
Ray Leavitt, Secretary (Non-member)
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
1995 Annual Report
The Zoning Board of Adjustment functioned under the leadership of Mark
McConkey and Vice-Chairman David Babson Jr. The function of the ZBA is to
interpret the intent of the Ossipee Zoning Ordinance, and has the authority to act
on appeals of administrative decisions, approve special exceptions, and grant
variances.
In addition to ansu'erlng numerous zoning questions, the Board held 30
public hearings and attended four municipal \aw lectures.
The ZBA meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm. All those
v^ith questions are encouraged to join us at our regularly scheduled meeting.
Our appreciation is extended to those who, during 1995, have served our
community on the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Mark McConkey, Chairman
David L. Babson jr. Vice-Chairman
Sandra Martin
Stanley Brothers
Joseph Deighan
James McKinnon
Paul Wickwire
Chester Schmeelk
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REPORT OF THE CODES ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
The following is the Codes Enforcement Officer's Annual Report for the year
ending December 31, 1995:
Building/Zoning Permits issued 89 each
Building Permit fees paid to Town $2,225.00
Sign Permits issued 1 2 each
Total Correspondence issued 212 letters
Violations of Ordinances cited 57 letters
Denial of Building/Zoning Permit 22 letters
Failed Septic System cited 1 letter
Substandard living conditions, inspected 2 cases
The majority of the permit denials were later rescinded and permits issued as
the result of subsequent appeals to the Zoning Board of Adjustment and its
issuance of Special Exceptions, Variances, or other appropriate relief.
Most of the violations were corrected by appropriate corrective action by the
property owners involved, however there remain ten outstanding violations which
are in various states of negotiation, appeals, or corrective action. A "fining"
process has been established by the Board of Selectmen which will be used in the
immediate future to aid in the enforcement of the Town's Ordinances when all
other reasonable attempts to seek compliance fail.
As requested, meetings of the Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, and
Zoning Board of Adjustment were attended for testimony and to discuss violations
and other matters related to the Town's Ordinances.
Respectfully submitted,
Maurice H. O'Donnell
Codes Enforcement Officer
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LAKES REGION PLANNING COMMISSION
1995 ANNUAL REPORT
The Lakes Region Planning Commission Is a voluntary, non-profit association of
local governments formed for the purpose of bringing area municipalities together.
By associating and pooling resources, local governments have access to a highly
trained professional staff for a v^lde variety of services. The LRPC v^orks to benefit
the member communities and the region overall. The LRPC has expertise in land
use and transportation planning, master planning, environmental planning, capital
improvement programming, economic and community development, housing,
fiscal and environmental Impact analysis, geographic information systems,
household hazardous waste collections, engineering and site plan review. Circuit
rider planning and public facilitation services are also available from the
Commission.
Your support helps the LRPC maintain a regional presence working on behalf
of all local governments in the Lakes Region. Over the past year the LRPC:
• Provided consultation and technical assistance to thirty-one member
communities.
• Met repeatedly with federal and state officials and agency representatives to
Influence policy and help keep the Region an active participant in many ongoing
programs.
• Contracted and coordinated the 1 1th, and largest, regional household hazardous
waste program In the Lakes Region, serving over twenty municipalities In a one-
day super collection.
• Prepared an analysis for a permanent or semi-permanent household hazardous
waste facility In the Lakes Region.
• Sponsored the fall sessions of the N.H. Law Lecture Series.
• Served as Board Member to the Belknap County Economic Development
Council and the Newfound Economic Development Corp. Mitigation Advisory
Committee.
• Convened two public participation meetings for the Route 16 corridor study
from the seacoast to Errol, NH, in coordination with the N.H. Dept. of
Transportation and three other regional planning commissions. Completed
extensive transportation and data collection efforts for the study.
• Completed a display map of several sites in the Lake Winnlpesaukee watershed
for the benefit of the Lakes Region Heritage Tourism Roundtable through the
Scenic Byways program.
• Awarded a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the N.H.
Department of Environmental Services to continue technical assistance and
publicity efforts for the Lake Winnlpesaukee Watershed Project.
• Continued to follow up on efforts to locate a conference facility or multi-use
convention center in the Lakes Region.
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• Participated in other regionally significant economic development efforts
including Governor's State Park Advisory Committee, Ossipee Valley Chamber of
Commerce, and the Franklin Economic Development and Revitalization
Committee.
• Supported and staffed the Lakes Region transportation advisory committee as a
forum to discuss and analyze the technical merits of transportation projects.
• Assisted applicants applying for funding assistance from the Transportation
Enhancements program. In cooperation with the Technical Advisory Committee,
developed a list of prioritized enhancement projects for the Lakes Region.
• Convened regional meetings in support of Department of Transportation efforts
for the development of a statewide transportation model.
• Completed a Tourism Profile of the Lakes Region; a statistical summary of the
role tourism related activities have on the people and economy of the area.
• The first annual "Celebrate Your Lakes Day" was held in Meredith, NH on
August 12, 1995. This was created to promote water quality protection in a fun
and informative setting. The activities, workshops, and displays presented
information about issues affecting New Hampshire's lakes.
• Published a book on the Historic Churches of Belknap County.
We look forward to serving Ossipee in the future. Feel free to contact us at
279-81 71 whenever we can be of assistance.
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OSSIPEE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
1995 ANNUAL REPORT
The Ossipee Conservation Commission functioned this year under the leadership
of Chairman Peter OIkkola and Vice-chairman Ralph Buchanan. Other members
are Frank Hammond, Maria LaCuardia, Randy Lyman, John Smith, and Ray Leavitt
(alternate).
Nine dredge and fill applications were processed through the New Hampshire
Wetlands Board.
Harvesting of timber from the town forest on Route 16 was completed, with
the income from the sale of this timber being used for fuel assistance for Ossipee
residents. Through the New Hampshire Department of Probation, a probationer
gave 24 hours of community service for the final clean-up. The county extension
service was so pleased with the project that they have erected a sign there.
Information was made available to the public regarding attracting bluebirds,
with a good response to the news release in local newspapers.
The Commission sent two youngsters from the Ossipee Central School, Laura
Jewell and Melissa Breton, to the Barry Conservation Camp in Berlin. Sponsored
jointly by LJNH Cooperative Extension and NH Fish and Game, this camp is
geared toward youths who have an interest In the outdoors and in becoming
responsible outdoor users.
The Commission entered a float In the July 4th parade, winning first prize in
the non-profit category. Alex Troy appeared on the float with some of his animal
mounts. The float was designed by Maria LaGuardia.
The Ossipee Conservation Commission meets on the second Wednesday of
each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall in Center Ossipee. All meetings are
open to the public, and your participation is encouraged. The Commission Is a
member of the New Hampshire Association of Conservation Commissions.
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OSSIPEE OLD HOME WEEK
1995 Annual Report
In only its second year, Ossipee Old Home Week was again a tremendous
success. The week-long schedule of events were well attended and generated a
great deal of enthusiasm.
The Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks has proven to be the crown jewels of
the week. This year's parade was excellent, under the ever-present and helpful
leadership of our local VFW, Post 8270. This year we increased the amount spent
on fireworks to over seven thousand dollars, and anyone who saw them must
agree that the display was nothing short of awesome. This year, it was estimated
that nearly four thousand people attended the fireworks at Constitution Park, with
untold additional numbers watching from boats and property around the lake.
This year, we spent a total of nearly fourteen thousand dollars on Old Home
Week, and every last penny was raised through the hard work of the committee
and the generous donations of too many people to list is this report. We were able
to meet all expenses and had over two thousand left to kick off nest year's
festivities.
As I write this report, plans are well under way for Old Home Week 1996,
and we fully expect to keep making this week better and better. The Ossipee Old
Home Week Committee is now a registered non-profit organization, and we
welcome anybody and everybody who wants to work with us to come to the
meetings and get involved. This organization is non-political and exists simply to
promote community pride.
As Chairman, I would like to thank all the members of the committee who,
through hard work and longs hours, have made this a success. Thank you to all the
businesses and organizations who have participated in the events. A special thank
you to those who have opened their hearts and their wallets to support what we
have been doing, and thank you to the Board of Selectmen, and town workers
who have been so very helpful.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard H. Morgan
Chairman
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RECREATION DIRECTOR'S ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1995
To the Selectmen and Citizens of the Town of Osslpee:
1995 has been a year of change for the Ossipee Recreation Department.
Since accepting the position of Recreation Director in late June, I have been
busy meeting people, planning programs, and enjoying the beauty of Osslpee.
The Ossipee Recreation Department is a member of the: National Recreation
and Parks Association, American Park and Recreation Society, National Youth
Sports Coaches Association, New Hampshire Parks and Recreation Association,
and the Carroll County Recreation Director's Association. Membership in these
organizations provides resources and Input on a national and local basis. I am
actively involved with the New Hampshire Parks and Recreation Association and
the Carroll County Recreation Director's Association.
The Department has also developed programs in cooperation with the Mt.
Cranmore Sports Center, Purity Spring Resort, Kwoon Karate Academy, Carroll
County YMCA, and Nancy Kelly Breton School of Dance. These cooperative
ventures have been a benefit both to the department and to the respective
businesses and organizations.
A programs brochure has also been developed. This serves as a handy
resource for people to see what programs and services are available. The brochure
Is published quarterly and is available at many locations In town.
The Ossipee Recreation department offers a wide variety of quality activities
for all ages, designed to meet the needs of the community. The department's goal
is to encourage healthy, active use of your leisure and recreation time. To that
end, here Is a list of the activities available through the Department from July 1 to
December 31.
CHILDREN/YOUTH
Summer Day Camp (Ages 6-1 2)
Youth Soccer (Grades 1-6)
Flag Football (Grades 3-6)
Dance (Ages 3-1 2)
Boys' "A" Travel Basketball (Grades 4-6)
Boys' "B" Travel Basketball (Grades 4-5)
Girls' Travel Basketball (Grades 4-6)
Hot Shots I Instructional Basketball (Grades 1-2)
Hot Shots 11 Instructional Basketball (Grades 3-4)
Floor Hockey (Grades 5-6)
Gymnastics (Ages 5-1 2)
Squeaky Sneakers (Ages 1 8m-3)
Crafty Critters (Ages 3-5)
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Ice Skating
Hockey
Karate
Cheerleading
(Grades 4-6)
TEENS
ADULTS
Aerobics
Aerobics
Open Gym
Karate
Fleet Feet
Hockey
Open Gym
Karate
Ice Skating
Ice Skating
Oil Painting
Water Aerobics
Hockey
Line Dancing
Volleyball
SPECIAL EVENTS
Halloween Party (3-3 rd Grade)
Halloween Dance (Grades 4-6)
Turkey Shoot (All ages)
Annual Fall Sports Banquet (Youth Soccer and Flag Football)
Breakfast With Santa (3-3rd Grade)
A special "Thank you" is extended to all coaches, referees, umpires,
instructors, and volunteers who generously shared their time and expertise which
greatly enhanced the quality of the activities and programs . . . without your help
and guidance, the department could not accomplish what it does. I would like to
show my deep appreciation to all of the businesses, individuals, civic groups, and
organizations for their support of the Department's activities this past year. Your
generosity has provided much-needed resources for the activities. Through your
financial contributions and your individual effort many children have been able to
participate in these activities. I would also like to thank "Sam" Martin for printing
the brochure and Ernie Hayford for keeping the fields and gym in top-notch shape.
Lastly, I thank all of you for making myself and my family feel welcome. It means a
lot to us.
If you have any questions about the Recreation Department, ideas for
programs or activities, would like to volunteer in some way, or just want to chat,
please stop by the office.
Respectfully Submitted,
Peter Waugh
Recreation Director
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I
OSSIPEE LAKE DAM AUTHORITY
The Osslpee Lake Dam Authority has made tremendous progress again this year
with the State of New Hampshire as our partners in the operation of the dam
which controls Osslpee Lake. We have experienced heavy rains in both the
summer and winter and through communications and cooperation with the State
of New Hampshire, the Dam Authority, and local fire departments, the damage
again was kept to a minimum.
This was accomplished this past year through the replacement of the old broken
and dilapidated gate system and building with brand new modern gate lifters and a
brand new building to house new stop logs and new lifters. Also, on the
downstream side we decided to install a walkway across the river to make the
peninsula more accessible to fishermen and nature lovers. All this work was made
possible with the hard work, determination, and cooperation with the Dam
Authority and the State of New Hampshire. We look forward to another year with
the State as our partners in the maintenance of our largest economic resource.
Respectfully submitted,
John P. PIcard, Chairman
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OSSIPEE LAKE DAM AUTHORITY REPORT
This is the fifth year of operations. There were four regular meeting as follows:
January 11, 1995 in Ossipee July 19, 1995 in Ossipee
April 1 2, 1 995 in Freedom October 6, 1 995 at the Dam
1994 Remaining Balance
$24,453.57
1995 Appropriations (Regular)
Ossipee
$2,800.00
Freedom
2,782.28
Balance (Reflects overpayment by Ossipee of $35.85)
$30,035.85
1995 Appropriations (Special)
Ossipee
8,250.00
38,285.85
Freedom (Borrowed from Treasury)
6,750.00
Paid to Treasurer, State of NH
15,000.00
23,285.85
Less Expenses
NET/AI 1 monitoring circuits
410.27
Aleska Construction - Snow Plowing
126.00
Independent Publishing
51.60
NH Water Resource Council. -
Gauge Op.
1
and Meter
4,806.00
PSNH Electricity
141.15
Skehan Home Center
79.35
Secretary/Treasurer Salary
100.00
Town of Freedom (Sec. Serv.)
34.50
Stamps
35.28
Larkin Welding
45.00
Red's Machine Co.
45.00
Bruce Fichter
1,031.25
State of NH Treasurer
15,000.00
$21,905.40
$1,380.45
INCOME
Interest
$291.73
$1,672.18
1996 Appropriations (Regular)
Ossipee
12,062.00
Freedom
9,515.82
Freedom (Replace Loan)
6,750.00
$28,327,82
$30,000.00
Respectfully submitted,
William O. Cutler, Sec/Treas.
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REPORT OF THE DOG WARDEN
1995
Since January 1995 I have responded to 348 calls, traveling 3,931 miles, v^ith a
total of 286 man hours, in the Town of Ossipee. Over all, 51 dogs were
impounded, 1 1 bite cases with 1 1 quarantined dogs, 2 lost hunting dogs returned
to their owner, and 3 dogs needing medical attention. There was one investigation
into Cruelty to Animals, 25 Warrants for Civil Forfeiture (unlicensed dogs) served,
and 8 Summons issued for nuisances, i.e., dogs running at large and barking dogs.
There were no confirmed rabid dogs in the Ossipee area.
Countless hours are involved in keeping an updated list of currently licensed
dogs so if found they can be returned to their owners. It is required by law that any
dog when outside wear a collar with current license tag attached. I have heard
from many owners that the tags keep coming off. The "S" type hooks that come
with tags apparently are at fault. A tip from the grape vine says that using a round
type key ring, sold at the hardware store, keeps the tags securely in place.
Yearly licensing will soon be here again; be sure to check your pet's rabies
expiration date. Dog licenses expire April 30, 1996. Licenses may be obtained at
the Town Hall prior to April 30, 1996. A pet not currently vaccinated and
licensed, in a bite situation, could cost $2,500, plus Impoundment fees, plus any
cost to the town.
Leash Law. The Leash law says that owners shall have control of their
dog/dogs at all times. It does not say that their dog/dogs must be leashed at all
times. If a dog is with its owner and the owner calls it and it returns to them they
have control over it. The key issue here is that the dog is with the owner; if the
owner knowingly allows the dog to run free or leaves the area where the dog is
known to be, then the owner is not in control of the dog. A dog off its premises,
with no apparent owner present, is in violation.
I would like to thank the citizens of Ossipee for their input and the employees
of the Town of Ossipee for their support. I look forward to serving you to the best
of my ability in the coming year.
Sincerely,
Jim Eicock
Dog Officer
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VNA-HOSPICE ANNUAL REPORT
The Visiting Nurse Association of Wolfeboro and Vicinity, Inc. is better known to
its friends as VNA-Hospice. During FY 1995, the VNA-Hospice has continued to
grow at an unbelievable rate. The Agency's staff made 56.6% more total home
visits this past year. Ossipee's increase was 87.1%.
The following services were provided to residents of Ossipee between
October 1, 1994 and September 30, 1995:
Number of Recipients Receiving Services 1 20
Home Care Visits Made 5,846
Hospice Visits Made 486
Flu Immunizations 201
Child Health Program 80 patients
School Children Immunized 74
Besides Ossipee, the VNA-Hospice provides services to the residents of Alton,
Brookfield, Effingham, Sandwich, Tuftonboro, Wakefield, Wolfeboro. We also
help the VNA Agencies in Moultonboro and Tamworth to provide services to their
residents.
The VNA-Hospice is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer that now has
90 employees. The staff includes Administration, Secretarial and Financial people
as well as Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nurses Aides,
Occupation, Speech and Physical Therapists and Medical Social Workers. The
Agency also utilizes many volunteers, both in the Agency office and in our
patients' homes. The Agency could not function without them.
The Agency has three major programs that are offered to it's service area,
including our Home Health Care Program, our Maternal Child Health Program
and our Hospice Program. The Hospice Program can now provide care to
residents of Mountain View Nursing Home. We also offer Adult Health Clinics
with related tests such as blood pressure, blood sugar levels and other related adult
health issues. Flu immunizations clinics are set up every Fall throughout the
service areas. Educational programs are provided on a wide variety of health issues
to the public and health care professionals. Volunteer training is provided. A
bereavement group Is now available for those who have lost a loved one.
The Agency has been very active in preparing for the changes in health care
at the Local, State and Federal Levels. We receive most of our funding from
Medicare/Medicaid, other insurances, fees collected, and Grants from the NH
Bureau of Maternal and Child Health. We are also very dependent on our
donations and town appropriation funds which enable us to continue to provide
non-refundable services to those patients who need them.
The Board of Directors, the staff and I thank you for your continued support.
Respectfully Submitted,
Marilyn A. Barba, MS, RN, CNA
Executive Director
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OSSIPEE CONCERNED CITIZENS, INC.
Annual Report, 1995
To the Selectmen and Citizens of the Town of Ossipee, Ossipee Concerned
Citizens, Inc. submits its Annual Report:
"You only live once, but if you work it right, once is enough"
(Fred Allen)
Our sphere of service increases annually. Kitchen coordinators and crew have
prepared 39,848 quality, non-commercial meals during the past year alone. The
WiC staff has surpassed 1000 clients per month, and added nutritional and
counseling programs in support of parent/child well-being. The Ossipee Crossings
Child Care Center provides secure and educational child care to 17 children per
hour per day — an increase from 1 3 at this same time last year.
We have, in addition, fundraised over $18,000 — a figure greater than any
year before, and necessary for the quality of service to survive. The list includes:
Public Suppers, Catering, Weekly Whist Night, Lobster Boil, Spring Fling, Harvest
Fair, and July 4th Celebration in conjunction with Old Home Week. The
Community Christmas Fair, tree sales, and the generosity of donation of/for gifts
and food made the Santa Project a happy occasion. Further, the "Coats for Kids"
program increased its numbers to 723. OssipeeAVolfeboro Cleaners was busy dry-
cleaning while OCC provided the distribution site.
Further programs include: Free weekly blood pressure clinics with the
VNA/Hospice of Southern Carroll County, annual flu/pneumonia shots, rabies
clinic, and the CSF (Community Surplus Food) Program for WiC participants and
102 eligible seniors.
Federal budget cuts have forced a philosophy of "integration of services" at the
state and local levels — a methodology adopted several years ago by OCC, and one
which may ultimately protect us from any major budget cuts. We continue to
contract with the Division of Health and Human Services (DBAS) and the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) for our primary sources of funding. Client
donations, fundraising, and town support complete the budget for the agency.
"One volunteer is better than ten forced men."
(Unknown)
The value of volunteerism cannot be easily measured. It may be stated accurately,
however, that our sphere of service would be greatly reduced if not for the many
forms of contributions given so generously.
On behalf of the Board of Directors and Staff of OCC, i wish to express my
sincere thanks to the citizens of the Town of Ossipee for your support throughout
the years. Respectfully submitted,
Donna E. Sargent
Executive Director
Ossipee Concerned Citizens, Inc.
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WELFARE
ANNUAL REPORT, 1995
Quarter
1
2
3
4
Total
Housing
& Shelter
$2,001.78
$1,264.50
$00.00
$1,532.07
$4,798.35
Electric
152.00
1,763.98
461.57
728.76
3,106.31
Heat
205.48
108.00
23.19
389.16
725.83
Medical
211.30
00.00
1 70.70
410.68
792.68
Food
25.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
25.00
Gasoline
00.00
15.75
10.00
20.00
45.75
Burial
1,114.00
00.00
00.00
00.00
1,114.00
TOTALS
$3,709.56
$3,152.23
$665.46
$3,080.67
$10,607.92
The town places Liens upon recipient assets whenever possible. This year
$900.81 in liens was placed.
This year $2,656.36 in repayments was made to the town. The bulk of these
repayments were made when assets were sold and the liens satisfied.
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ANNUAL REPORT
OSSIPEE WATER & WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT
1980-1995
To the Board of Selectmen & Citizens of Ossipee:
This year started off with changes in the water rate system, increasing the
water base charges from $120 to $148 annually. This increase was brought about
by needed funds to address the interest payments for the 1 .8 million bank note for
the water improvement projects.
Over the last two years, the Department mails out approximately 60-70 shut-
off notices each quarter for delinquent accounts. The Department encourages
customers to pay their water and sewer bills within the 30 day period offered. If
paid within this 30 day period, no delinquent notice or penalty charge will be sent
out, making better relations all around. If this issue is not understood, please call
us for explanation or clarification.
Water samples have been taken each month and tested at the State of N.H.
Laboratory. The Town issued a boil order June 20th through 24th, 1 995 after being
notified by the State Water Supply to do so. Testing accomplished on the 21 st-24th
found the water safe, and the boil order was rescinded on Saturday, June 24, 1995.
The Department has been reviewing Water Contracts 1-4, consisting of #1
Well Contract, #2 Corrosion Control Facility and water mains, etc., #3 Water
Storage Tank, and #4 Water Meters, etc. for specifications and bidding. Contract
#1 went out to bid in 1995 and presently the wells have been drilled, flow tested,
and water quality samples taken for analysis. The test results are coming In and
show high quality drinking water. As all of the testing and results become available
they can be made available to the public.
Water Contracts #2, #3, and #4 were put out for bidding In January of 1996;
shortly thereafter the Town will be awarding the low bidders for early spring
construction start-ups.
The Town, Water Department, and the Town's consultant, Hoyle, Tanner
Associates, are working hard to meet the Federal Safe Drinking Water Rule
mandate of June 29, 1 996.
One way water customers can help the Town accomplish this project, when
the time comes for meters to be installed, is by assisting and making good
arrangements with the Town and Contractor doing this work in your homes and
businesses.
A water line project on Route 16 was completed this fall. The Water
Department contracted to drill under Route 1 6 at the Southern end of the Ossipee
bypass. An 8" water main was installed and presently Is in service feeding the
southern end of the system.
Year-end department personnel stands the same: a full-time Superintendent
and two part-time — one bookkeeper/secretary, and one laborer/operator.
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The wastewater system records 22 million gallons treated and pumped this
year. Our water usage reports show 42.5 million gallons treated.
The Superintendent reports cheerfully that no accidents befell department
personnel during this period.
in closing, the Department thanks all those supporting our mission and efforts,
expecially the Town Offices that share our record-keeping responsibilities.
The Superintendent personally thanks the two part-time employees for their
endless efforts and service to the community.
Roland Stockbridge
Superintendent of Water /Sewer Department
FROZEN WATER MAINS AND SERVICE LINE POLICY
Effective 2/20/87
Lines reported to be frozen during the normal workday:
1 . An attempt to restore service during the same day vyill be made. If or when a
backlog of several lines become frozen, the priority will be to thaw mains first and
services thereafter.
2. Frozen lines reported after 3:00 PM will be addressed the following morning
even on Saturday, Sunday, or holidays. A genuine attempt to service customers of
a first-call, first-service basis will be made. Exceptions to this policy can be made,
and determined by the Department, when they are in the best interest of the
system.
Charges for restoration of a frozen service line:
The Water Department is responsible for maintaining Its service line to the curb
stop located just off the street. In cases where no curb stop exists, the Department
will maintain the service to user's building, etc. However, at the next convenient
time (Spring, etc.) a curb stop shall be Installed. When the line Is frozen In the
street or the street side of the curb stop, no charge will be made to the customer.
When determined by the Department that the service line is frozen beyond
the curb stop but still In the ground, and thawing service is provided at the
Department's expense, a charge may be made for that service.
interior plumbing is a homeowner or customer condition, and the Department
shall not be responsible for this. However, the Department may offer advice and/or
assistance at the Department's discretion.
All frozen water lines on this system will be handled under this policy. When
conditions occur not covered In this policy, corrective measures will be
determined by the Water Department.
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WATER AND SEWER RATE SYSTEM
Effective January 1 , 1 995
WATER
Type of Occupancy/Customer Base Rate Yearly (4 Outlets)
Residence $148.00
Business 178.00
Hydrants (hydrants, standpipes, sprinklers) 238.00
Laundromat (4 outlets per base rate charge) 228.00
Schools (4 outlets per base rate charge) 1 78.00
Churches (churches, halls) 148.00
Resident Extra Outlet Charge, each 5.00
Business Extra Outlet Charge, each 8.00
SEWER (UNIT SYSTEM)
Residence $190.00
Business 225.00
Churches (churches, halls) 190.00
Schools (1 unit for reach ten people x rate) 225.00
Laundromat (1 unit for three washers x rate) 225.00
OUR OFFICE IS OPEN 8:00 TO 4:30 MONDAY-FRIDAY EXCEPT HOLIDAYS
AT 8 DORE STREET
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REPORT OF TOWN FOREST FIRE WARDEN
AND STATE FOREST RANGER
In calendar year 1 995, our three leading causes of fires were Children, Non-permit
fires not properly extinguished, and Smoking Materials.
Violations of RSA 224:27 II, the fire permit law, and the other burning laws of
the State of New Hampshire are misdemeanors punishable by fines of up to
$2,000 and/or a year in jail. Violators are also liable for all fire suppression costs.
To aid your Forest Fire Warden, Fire Department, and State Forest Fire
Officials, contact your local Warden or Fire Department to find out if a permit is
required. This also helps to prevent unnecessary response to a controlled burn.
1995 FIRE STATISTICS
Forest Ranger Reported Fires
Number of Fires for Cost Share Payment: 465
Acres Burned: 437
Suppression Cost: $147,000+
Lookout Tower Reported Fires: 555
Visitors to Towers: 26,1 65
Fires Reported by County
Belknap 11 Hillsborough 71
Carroll 50 Merrimack 49
Cheshire 39 Rockingham 106
Coos 17 Strafford 78
Grafton 26 Sullivan 18
Number of Fires Local Community 1 4
Suppression Cost $4,875.57
Local communities and the state share the cost of suppression on a 50/50 basis.
The State of New Hampshire operates 15 fire towers, 2 mobile patrols, and 3
contract aircraft patrols. This early detection and reports from citizens aid the
quick response from the local fire department.
''REMEMBER, ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT FOREST FIRES!"
Lee Gardner Dana B. Cullen Sr.
Forest Ranger Forest Fire Warden
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OSSIPEE CORNER FIRE DEPARTMENT
Annual Report, 1995
DEPARTMENT STATISTICS
Total calls for service: 1 27
Total hours volunteered (calls, meetings, training): 2,751 .5
Administrative hours (inspections, meetings, department operation): 1,638
Structure Fires 1 4 Vehicle Fires 3
Smoke Investigation 8 Special Service 1
Vehicle Accidents 40 Brush Fires 9
Wires/Trees Dovc'n 23 Bomb Threat
Miscellaneous 1 7 CO Alarms 2
Chimney Fires 2 Haz-Mat 5
Alarm Activation 3 Mutual Aid Assist 24
To: Ossipee Corner Light & Power Precinct Board of Commissioners & Residents:
TRAINING
Training for 1995 saw an average of 1 1 firefighters In attendance at training
meetings with a total of 648.5 training man-hours. Training ranges from sessions
with in-house instructors to having outside state certified instructors come in.
Training sessions vary as much as our calls for service vary and include the
required State and Federal mandated training.
The purchase of the IFSTA training program was completed giving the
department up-to-date videos & training guidebooks. In addition we also utilize
the Mutual Aid resources for training materials through our neighboring
departments.
1995 we had three firefighters complete the Career Level course which brings
the department certifications to the following: Firefighter Level 1 - 4, Career -7,
Level II - 1, Instructor I - 1, EMT-B - 2, 1st Responder - 2. The results of the training
makes our 24 hour a day, 365 day a year volunteer service extremely beneficial to
the community that we serve.
Respectfully,
Keith Brown
Deputy Chief/Training Officer
1995 showed a slight increase in calls for service over the previous year. At year
end the membership roster was 1 7 and 2 junior members. In 1995 the department
was able to implement a program of physicals for the members in order to gather
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baseline data as a preventative measure, which I see as a major accomplishment
for the volunteer service. The dry hydrant project for Brown Ridge Road was
completed with great success, bringing a water supply to the Ossipee Village area
with year-round access. The water supply plan will continue this year and we
hope to complete two projects.
Deputy Brown and I reviewed the tax maps for the precinct In which we
found properties that were not being taxed under the proper precinct. The errors
were corrected which brought over $1 .5 million in valuation back to the precinct.
A major purchase this year was a multi-gas monitor. This was accomplished
with a substantial donation from a local business and a donation from our
FIremens Association.
I remain grateful to the membership for their commitment and dedication to
the community and the challenge of today's volunteer fire service. Once again
thank you to the residents of the precinct for your support.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Washburn
Fire Chief
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OSSIPEE CORNER LIGHT & POWER PRECINCT
1 996 Proposed Budget
1995
1996
4130 EXECUTIVE
4130-01 Commissioners Reimbursement
$900.00
$900.00
4130-02 Clerk Reimbursement
300.00
300.00
4130-03 Precinct Miscellaneous
500.00
500.00
4130-04 Legal Expenses
400.00
400.00
TOTAL 41 30
$2,100.00
$2,100.00
4150 FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION
4150-01 Treasurer's Reimbursement
$300.00
$300.00
41 50-02 Treasurer Bonding
125.00
125.00
TOTAL 4150
$425.00
$425.00
4194 GENERAL GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS
4194-01 Heating Oil
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
4194-02 Electricity
1,000.00
1,200.00
4194-03 Snow Removal
1,500.00
1,500.00
4194-04 Furnace Maintenance
100.00
1 00.00
4194-05 Septic Maintenance
100.00
100.00
4194-06 General Maintenance
1,800.00
2,000.00
TOTAL 4194
$5,500.00
$5,900.00
4196 INSURANCE
4196-01 Buildings
$2,500.00
$2,500.00
4196-02 Vehicles
7,250.00
6,500.00
4196-03 Worker's Compensation
850.00
1,200.00
4196-04 Error & Omissions
150.00
1 50.00
TOTAL 4196
$10,750.00
$10,350.00
4220 FIRE DEPARTMENT
4220-01 Telephone
$790.00
$850.00
4220-02 Fire Apparatus Fuel & Oil
1,300.00
1,150.00
4220-03 Mutual Aid Dues
2,000.00
2,000.00
4220-04 Firefighter Reimbursement
12,000.00
12,500.00
4220-05 Fire Chief's Expenses
5,000.00
5,200.00
4220-06 Firefighter Expenses
2,280.00
2,500.00
4220-07 Maintenance of Fire Apparatus
2,800.00
2,800.00
4220-08 Maintenance of Communications
500.00
1,300.00
4220-09 Maintenance of Fire Equipment
900.00
800.00
4220-10 Firefighter Protective Gear
2,000.00
2,500.00
4220-11 Training
3,500.00
2,500.00
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4220-1 2 Water Supply
4,000.00
6,000.00
4220-1 3 Expendable Trust
00.00
00.00
4220-14 Occupation Health
2,620.00
2,500.00
4220-1 5 Fire Prevention
00.00
200.00
TOTAL 4220
$39,690.00
$42,800.00
4316 HIGHWAY AND STREETS
4316-01 Street Lighting
$3,750.00
$3,800.00
TOTAL 4316
$3,750.00
$3,800.00
4711 DEBT SERVICE
471 1-01 Princ. Long Term Notes/Bonds
$17,000.00
$17,000.00
4711-02 Int. Long Term Notes/Bonds
8,000.00
8,000.00
TOTAL 4711
$25,000.00
25,000.00
4902 CAPITAL OUTLAY
4902-01 Fire Department
$7,000.00
$8,225.00
4902-02 Buildings
00.00
00.00
TOTAL 4902
$7,000.00
$8„225.00
4915 CAPITAL RESERVE
4915-01 Capital Reserve - Fire Apparatus
$20,000.00
$20,000.00
TOTAL 4915
$20,000.00
$20,000.00
TOTAL BUDGbl
$114,215.00
$118,600.00
REVENUE TO OFFSET TAXES
$2,097.00
$3,000.00
AMOUNT TO BE RAISED BY TAXES
$112,118.00
$115,600.00
1996 Amount to be paid by taxation Increased 3%.
Respectfully submitted,
Harry H. Pendarvis, Chairman
Scott D. KInmond
Douglas VanDyke
Board of Commissioners
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CENTER OSSIPEE FIRE PRECINCT
Budget
GOVERNMENT
Executive
Legal Expense
General Government Building
Insurance
1995
$9,750.00
1 ,000.00
22,870.00
19,000.00
1996
9,750.00
1,000.00
21,100.00
1 7,000.00
PUBLIC SAFETY
Fire Department
Street Lights and Hydrants
Principal, Long Term Bonds & Notes
Interest, Long Term Bonds & Notes
To Capital Reserve Fund
Purchase New Fire Truck
TOTAL BUDGET
38,700.00
23,300.00
10,000.00
7,610.00
7,610.00
1 60,000.00
38,935.00
23,300.00
27,000.00
12,366.00
18,216.81
$299,910.87 $150,451.00
Calls
False Alarm 03
Bomb Threats 00
Special Service Calls 15
Mutual Aid Calls 31
Station Stand-bys 03
Smoke Investigations 06
Fire Alarms 07
Woods & Wild Fires 14
Total calls were 119.
Motor Vehicle Accident 1 1
Wires and Fires 08
Chimney Fires 02
Miscellaneous Fires 07
Haz-Mat Calls 05
Structure Fires 04
Vehicle Fires 03
Respectfully submitted,
Center Ossipee Fire Precinct
Commissioners
Edward Williams
Edward Sullivan
Robert Home
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DEATHS REGISTERED IN THE TOWN OF OSSIPEE
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995
Date of
Death Name Age
02/03/95 Arata, Eugene A. 85
06/01/95 Baker. Alice Anne 61
12/26/95 Banfiford, Cora Hazel 94
09/11/95 Baroski.Eva 88
02/12/95 Brissette, Arlene Clayton 80
09/14/95 Brownell. Harold Parker 79
08/10/95 Bunney, Isabelle Marie 82
06/25/95 Bums. James G. 64
09/11/95 Calhoun. Sybil Pearl 95
05/29/95 Cheever. Eve Ruth 69
03/07/95 Demeritt. Chester C. 75
07/1 0/95 Emack, Erma Madalene 91
02/02/95 Estes. Richard Arthur. Sr. 77
10/20/95 Proton. Wilfred William 84
02/10/95 Gagnon. Marie Rose 85
02/02/95 Gray. Sylvia Martha 85
06/02/95 Harding. Prederick William 82
04/05/95 Harrison. James Robert 71
05/06/95 Hoile. Helen C. 99
12/18/95 Hussey. John Allen 66
07/03/95 Johnson. Donald Einar 71
01/01/95 Joy.EdwigeM. 96
09/27/95 Kirch. Elsie Mae 64
01/23/95 Labrie. Ronald Edward 46
09/05/95 Larkin. Esther Ellen 101
10/25/95 Leavitt. Nathalie Belcher 79
12/15/95 Lord, llda Olene 71
07/05/95 McDuffee. Gerald Eugene 84
04/29/95 Merrow. Gertrude Bickford 96
12/05/95 Merrow. Nellie Sands 92
05/16/95 Nason, Johnnie Willis 73
12/28/95 O'Neil. Thomas Prancis 79
09/03/95 Parker. George L 82
06/30/95 Parker, Lola Elisabeth 94
08/06/95 Parker. Mary Ann 83
07/31/95 Peaslee, Dorothy Ellen 90
07/20/95 Pineo. Margaret Lapthorn 79
12/07/95 Prindall. Royal D. 90
09/19/95 Reynolds, Joseph Patrick 57
04/02/95 Ripley, Lillian G 100
08/14/95 Sidelmger, Eleanor Stover 81
09/29/95 Spence, Virginia Edith 77
10/15/95 Stem, Adam Dearsmith 30
09/28/95 Sullivan, Margaret C. 89
04/01/95 Taylor, Janice Appier 85
03/21/95 Thurston, Lois Eaton 86
Name of Father/Mother
John Arata/lsmene Neri
Joseph William Roy/Edith Alice Vaillancourt
Frank Rouse/Minnie E. Hale
Peter Foyder/Mary Clear
George H. Browne/Virginia Clayton
David Brownell/Clara Parker
Peter Nadeau/Con'ine Boisvert
Frank Burns/Anna Peck
William McKeen Sanbom/ Etta Mae Wiggin
Wesley J. Bmce/Bride Murphy
(Unknown )/(Unknown)
George K. Gile/Mabel A. Whitcher
Arthur Estes/Freda Adjutant
William Froton/Mary Elizabeth Muise
Napoleon Bouchette/Rose Parent
Frederick P. Cram/Annie L. Mclntire
Arthur Harding/Catherine Flynn
Clarence J. Harrison/Mary Kidd
Eugene Markwith/Minerva Lee Layton
Thomas Hussey/Beatrice Evans
Einar Johnson/Reita Waldron
Jean Cyr/Octavie Therrien
Leonard Adkins/Ellie Sanders
Albert J. Labrie/Faith Cassidy
William Kohler/Emma Doyen
Lester H. Belcher/Florence May Davy
Gerald E. Lord/Damie Spaulding
Irving E. McDuffee/Minnie E. Templeton
Roy Bickford/Susan J. Shaw
Frank Sands/Margaret Calahan
Willis Linwood Nason/Maude Reed
William F. O'Neil/Rose Norton
Leister E. Parker/Irene H. McAllister
August Schaeffer/Fannie Schmelz
Patrick Burke/Sarah Connelly
William Robinson/Nettie Quimby
Robert B. Innes/Margaret Lapthorn
Everett Prindal I/Laura Ida (Unknown)
Thomas Reynolds/Gladys Kelley
Lemual Rich/Minnie Clark
Arthur Aaron Black/Ruby Stover
Philip Davis/Edith (Unknown)
Morton Stem/Susan Clark
Frank Regine/Theresa Despino
Charles Ross Apler/lda Streeper Trayer
Edwin Eaton/Grace Philbrick
101
01/07/95 Tibbetts. Charies Edwin 80
01/2A/% Trotman, Scott Garrison 26
03/23/95 Tubman. Lois Wright 67
10/05/95 Varney, Ernest Raymond 83
09/05/95 Vendnllo. Margaret E. 91
05/02/95 Visney. John Victor 89
11/07/95 Vose, Madeline Dyer 98
10/03/95 Welch, PaulJoseph 69
06/06/95 Weston. Edward Everett 87
05/30/95 White. Elmer Clifford 71
10/16/95 Wright. Arthur Edward 81
Archie H. Tibbetts/Abbey Wiggin
John F. Trotman/Ruth Crowell
J. Fred Wriaht/Martha Allard
George E. vamey/Emma Demeritt
John Murray/Katherine Staplelton
John Visney/Susanna (Unknown)
Edwin Haines Vose/lsadore Birsten
Benjamin Welch/Estella (Unknown)
Edward Weston/Edith Coleman
James R. White/Jennie Rowe
Elwin Wright/Lena Grace Farr
102
NOTES
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